Cyclosporiasis Outbreak on the Rise | Kansas City News

Kansas City News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 20, 2026 · 1m

Cyclosporiasis cases are surging nationwide—with over 1,600 confirmed and likely many more unreported—prompting urgent health alerts across Missouri and Kansas. Once thought linked to shredded lettuce from Taylor Farms, that theory was debunked, leaving the outbreak’s true source still unknown. Symptoms include watery diarrhea, vomiting, and weight loss, appearing 2–14 days after exposure. While most healthy people recover without treatment, the illness can linger for months. Experts urge thorough produce washing—even pre-washed items—and careful food prep to prevent infection. Listen in…