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Cyclosporiasis Surge Linked to Lettuce | Boise News
Cyclosporiasis cases are exploding across 41 states, hitting over 4,173 confirmed infections — more than double from last week and already the worst year on record. Over 1,600 cases trace back to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico, found in states like Indiana, Kentucky, and Michigan. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, nausea, and cramps, with 308 hospitalizations — up dramatically. Tracking the parasite is tough, requiring deep supply chain dives, but states like Michigan (7,000+ cases) and North Carolina (560+) are racing to respond with CDC support. The…
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