Tag: cyclospora
CDC Reports 11,500+ Cyclospora Parasite Cases in 41 States
More than 11,500 cases of cyclospora parasite infections have been reported across the U.S. in 2026, a sharp jump from last year. The count includes an outbreak linked to lettuce sold at Taco Bell, Walmart, recalled by Taylor Farms.
Taylor Farms Recalls Walmart Lettuce for Cyclospora Risk
Taylor Farms recalled all iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, including Marketside bags sold at Walmart, over possible Cyclospora contamination tied to a multistate outbreak that has sickened thousands.
Taco Bell Lettuce Linked to Cyclospora Outbreak in 5 States
Federal health officials have linked shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell to a Cyclospora outbreak across 5 states, part of a national surge that has sickened close to 7,000 people this summer.
Michigan Cyclosporiasis Cases Top 700, No Source Found
Michigan health officials are investigating a fast-growing cyclosporiasis outbreak that has topped 700 cases in about two weeks. No food source has been identified, and the CDC is tracking related cases in 17 other states, including Texas.
Dole Recalls Fresh Blueberries for Risk of Parasite Contamination
Dole recalled containers of fresh blueberries in 4 states due to a risk of gastrointestinal infections with Cyclospora parasites.
Fresh Basil Recalled in 10 States for Risk of Parasite Infections
Shenandoah Growers has issued another recall for fresh basil after a product tested positive for parasites that can cause severe diarrhea.
Fresh Organic Basil Recalled for Cyclospora Parasite Risk
Eight brands of fresh-cut organic basil were recalled from Target, Safeway, and other stores due to a risk of Cyclospora parasites.
Bagged Salads Linked to 509 Parasite Infections in Midwest
More than 500 people in the Midwest were infected with Cyclospora parasites after eating bagged salads with iceberg lettuce, carrots and red cabbage.
Salad Recalls Expand After More Parasite Infections Reported
Fresh Express expanded a recall for bagged salads sold at Walmart and other stores after hundreds of people got parasite infections.
Cyclospora Parasite Outbreak Linked to Bagged Salad
After 76 people were infected with Cyclospora, health officials warn consumers in 6 states to avoid certain bagged salads at Hy-Vee, Aldi and Jewel-Osco.