Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Lettuce Spreads Across 20 States

A multistate Cyclospora outbreak, traced to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico and recalled by Taylor Farms de Mexico, has expanded significantly. The CDC and FDA report 11,458 illnesses across 20 states, resulting in 495 hospitalizations and two deaths. While recalled products' best-by dates have passed, health officials continue monitoring for new cases and emphasize food safety practices to prevent further infections.