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Cyclospora Outbreak Traced to Taylor Lettuce; Michigan Faces Staff Shortage

7/27/2026

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Officials linked the cyclospora outbreak to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico.
Since May, over 11,000 cases have appeared in 41 states, with CDC confirmation of 4,173 lab cases and 7,400 infections.
After Taylor Farms withdrew lettuce, Taco Bell stopped using it, though 12% of patients lack a lettuce link.
After 2025 $12 billion grant cuts, Michigan lacks 23 disease workers and 123 staff, forcing redeployment of nurses and volunteers.

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Story summary

Officials linked the cyclospora outbreak to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico.
Since May, over 11,000 cases have appeared in 41 states, with CDC confirmation of 4,173 lab cases and 7,400 infections.
After Taylor Farms withdrew lettuce, Taco Bell stopped using it, though 12% of patients lack a lettuce link.
After 2025 $12 billion grant cuts, Michigan lacks 23 disease workers and 123 staff, forcing redeployment of nurses and volunteers.