Urban farm in Newark addresses concerns over cyclosporiasis outbreak impacting fresh produce

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 cyclosporiasis outbreak, but Taco Bell "voluntarily and temporarily" removed ingredients in some…

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• Update: By Tuesday afternoon, the CDC reported nearly 7,000 cases of cyclosporiasis in 34 states. • As the Eastern and Midwestern parts of the U.S.