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FDA Removes Recalled Iceberg Lettuce as 11,458 Cases Confirmed

8/31/2026

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration removed the recalled iceberg lettuce from the market.
The FDA and CDC have confirmed 11,458 Cyclospora cases across 20 states.
At least 495 people were hospitalized and two died from the infection.
Most illnesses began before Taylor Farms de Mexico recalled lettuce on July 17.
Experts say non-recalled iceberg lettuce remains safe to eat.

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The U.S. Food and Drug Administration removed the recalled iceberg lettuce from the market.
The FDA and CDC have confirmed 11,458 Cyclospora cases across 20 states.
At least 495 people were hospitalized and two died from the infection.
Most illnesses began before Taylor Farms de Mexico recalled lettuce on July 17.
Experts say non-recalled iceberg lettuce remains safe to eat.