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Lettuce Outbreak Hits 15 States | Des Moines News
A massive cyclosporiasis outbreak is sweeping across 15 states, with over 10,000 confirmed cases linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico—used by Taco Bell and others. Iowa’s recent addition to the list signals growing urgency as cases surge nationwide, causing severe symptoms like diarrhea and nausea. Though most recover, deaths have occurred—though those individuals had underlying health issues. Health officials are racing to trace contamination through the supply chain, while major retailers like Walmart and Sysco have pulled the suspect lettuce. To protect yourself: always rinse…
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