Top tips to avoid a ‘Hot Diarrhea Summer’ amid cyclosporiasis outbreak

The specific type of lettuce, the location where it was sourced, and the number of people affected by the outbreak are unknown. Cyclosporiasis is a foodborne illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which can cause diarrhoea, nausea, and abdominal pain. The parasite is commonly found in tropical and subtropical regions, and outbreaks are often linked to imported produce.

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• The investigation into Taco Bell is ongoing. • Lettuce is a possible source of the outbreak. • The exact cause of the outbreak is still unknown.

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• No specific items have been identified as the source of the outbreak. • The removal of ingredients is voluntary and temporary. • The outbreak has led to an investigation into the cause.

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• Cyclospora can cause weeks of watery diarrhea and frequent bowel movements. • The specific foods most likely to carry cyclospora are not identified. • The origins and transmission methods of cyclospora are unknown.

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