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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Lettuce | Jersey News
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A nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis is sending shockwaves through public health circles, with thousands of cases tied to contaminated iceberg lettuce. This microscopic parasite causes brutal symptoms—diarrhea, cramps, fatigue, vomiting—and can linger for weeks without treatment. Though washing produce won’t always remove it, officials are zeroing in on a specific supplier as the likely culprit. No deaths have been reported, but hospitalizations are rising, underscoring the urgent need for stronger food safety measures and heightened consumer vigilance.
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