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Cyclospora Outbreak Surges with Lettuce Link | Sioux City News
Cyclospora cases are exploding this year—with nearly 14,000 reported since May, far outpacing last year’s total. Over 9,000 are linked to iceberg lettuce, and the outbreak has spread to Maine and Massachusetts. The FDA is investigating seven outbreaks total, but only this one has a confirmed source. Investigations take time, and actual cases likely number much higher since not everyone gets tested and symptoms can appear weeks later. Two existing outbreaks have grown dramatically—one now at 11 cases, another soaring to 172. If you’re sick with lingering diarrhea, see a doctor—it’s treatable…
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