Cyclosporiasis Misinformation Debunked: What's True About the Outbreak
As a cyclosporiasis outbreak sickens thousands across the U.S., social media is rife with false claims. Forbes analyzes and debunks common rumors: raspberries are not currently implicated; frozen and canned produce are safe; the parasite does not spread person-to-person; not all lettuce is contaminated; washing produce helps reduce risk; heating to 158°F kills the parasite; fresh produce remains safe with precautions. The CDC traced the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico, served at Taco Bell in several states. Over 4,300 cases are in Michigan alone, with 34 states affected. The article notes that the federal government's rollback of the FoodNet surveillance program may have hindered early detection, though the direct impact is unclear.
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