Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Prompts Lettuce Recall; Experts Advise on Safe Consumption
A cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico has led Taylor Farms to voluntarily recall its product for the US market. Over 8,260 confirmed cases have been reported, primarily in Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, New York, North Carolina, and Colorado. The cyclospora parasite thrives in hot weather, and public health authorities warn the outbreak could last until the end of August. Infectious disease expert Dr. Tyler Evans offers a three-tiered risk assessment system: lowest risk involves cooking vegetables to 158°F; medium risk includes buying whole heads of lettuce, discarding outer leaves, and washing thoroughly; highest risk involves eating raw, unwashed bagged greens. High-risk individuals (elderly, immunocompromised, pregnant, children under 2) are advised to avoid all leafy greens until fall. The article notes that past outbreaks have also involved raspberries, snap peas, and fresh herbs.
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