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A massive cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce from a central Mexico farm is spreading across 20 U.S. states — the largest of its kind in the country. Caused by a microscopic parasite that thrives in heat and causes severe diarrhea, this outbreak has traced back to Taylor Farms, whose facility hasn’t been inspected by the FDA in seven years. Authorities are confident all contaminated lettuce has been removed, but the case underscores how even everyday produce can pose hidden health risks as investigations continue.

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