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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Lettuce | Portland Maine News
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A major cyclosporiasis outbreak is unfolding, with cases surging and officials racing to pinpoint its origin — now pointing to iceberg lettuce from central Mexico’s Taylor Farms, despite no confirmed parasite in tested samples. Experts warn the situation may not be fully contained, suspecting contamination from sewage or irrigation, possibly worsened by climate factors. Though Taylor Farms recalled affected products and Taco Bell pulled the lettuce, the FDA urges caution, as symptoms — including severe stomach issues, fatigue, and weight loss — can appear weeks after exposure. The true scale may be far worse, with many mild cases going unreported.
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