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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Finally Ends | Monroe Louisiana News
The nation’s largest cyclosporiasis outbreak has officially ended, sickening over 12,800 people across 21 states linked to contaminated Taylor Farms lettuce. Though two deaths occurred in Michigan — both with preexisting conditions — the recall helped curb the spread, dropping daily cases from over 1,000 to under two by August. The parasite’s 14-day incubation period made tracing the source challenging. With nearly 19,600 total U.S. cases, the CDC and FDA continue investigating smaller outbreaks and contamination origins, including inspections in Mexico and urging stricter food safety…
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