Latest / Richmond News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!
Cyclospora Surge Linked to Lettuce | Richmond News
Cyclospora cases are surging nationwide—with over 3,000 infections across 31 states—raising alarms as health officials trace early clues to lettuce and salad greens. Michigan leads with more than 3,300 cases, prompting warnings to buy whole heads of lettuce, wash them thoroughly, and avoid bagged salads. The CDC is tracking over 1,600 confirmed domestic cases since May, with thousands more under investigation. While some cases stem from travel, Taco Bell is proactively removing ingredients from select locations, and the FDA is launching a traceback probe. Experts point to improved detection…
The skinny
The skinny isn't ready yet — notes appear once the transcript is processed.