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Douglas County Reports Rapid Cyclospora Surge Linked to Taco Bell
Douglas County health officials have reported a rapid surge in Cyclospora infections, with Taco Bell identified as a primary exposure source. The outbreak is part of a larger national trend, with new cases also reported in Jefferson County, New York, and Alabama, which has confirmed 28 cases. In Wisconsin, a Milwaukee restaurant has reinstated COVID-era protocols to combat the spread. Health authorities are advising the public on how to lower infection risk, emphasizing proper food handling and hygiene. The outbreak has prompted multi-state investigations as cases continue to rise.
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