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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Controlled After Lettuce Recall, 1,600 Cases

7/22/2026

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said cyclosporiasis outbreak is under control on July 21, 2026.
Officials identified shredded iceberg lettuce as the source, prompting nationwide recalls by Taylor Farms and others.
The CDC reported over 1,600 confirmed cases, 5,100 pending and 94 hospitalizations since May 13.
Critics blame FoodNet staff cuts, a reduction from 11 to three lab workers, and grant cuts for hampering the response.

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. said cyclosporiasis outbreak is under control on July 21, 2026.
Officials identified shredded iceberg lettuce as the source, prompting nationwide recalls by Taylor Farms and others.
The CDC reported over 1,600 confirmed cases, 5,100 pending and 94 hospitalizations since May 13.
Critics blame FoodNet staff cuts, a reduction from 11 to three lab workers, and grant cuts for hampering the response.