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What to Do if You Suspect a Cyclospora Outbreak
March 29, 2023
Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that can cause an intestinal infection in humans called cyclosporiasis. The parasite is spread through the ingestion of contaminated food or water. If you believe an outbreak of Cyclospora has occurred in your area, contact… read more
August 31, 2021
Cyclosporiasis is a diarrheal disease caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. Infection is often spread by consuming contaminated food and drinks and commonly imported raw fruit and vegetables such as raspberries, blackberries, lettuce, snow peas, and salad herbs. If you… read more
2021 Cyclospora Outbreak, 208 So Far Sick
July 14, 2021
The CDC has announced yet another outbreak of Cyclospora illnesses, but the source is still a mystery. Currently, the agency is working with the FDA to identify any potential source or traceback to a manufacturer or grower. Here is what… read more
Austin-Travis County Cyclospora Outbreak
August 7, 2020
Residents of Texas, be aware. Austin Public Health (APH) has announced it is investigating an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, after at least 82 cases were reported. A source us not yet identified in this… read more
Massive Fresh Express Cyclospora Bagged Salad Recall
June 30, 2020
Fresh Express has recalled a number of their salads, according to a press release put out by the company. The recalls are part of their response to an outbreak of cyclosporiasis that’s sickened hundreds of people across the United States…. read more
Walmart Cyclospora Bagged Salad Recall
June 30, 2020
As if we don’t have enough to deal with as the pandemic continues to keep us home; a new outbreak has required the attention of the FDA, the CDC, and local grocery establishments. Food safety never takes a break so… read more
June 29, 2020
At least 20 Nebraskans have fallen ill in an outbreak of cyclosporiasis that’s swept across several midwestern states. Here’s what we know about this Nebraska Cyclospora Outbreak: The Nebraska Cyclospora Outbreak The gastrointestinal illness, caused by the parasite cyclospora, has… read more
Hy-Vee Cyclospora Bagged Salad Recall
June 29, 2020
There is nothing quite like the feeling of knowing that you have a recalled product in your fridge or pantry. This time as with many in the past there has been a cyclospora related recall in several stores including Hy-Vee…. read more
Aldi Cyclospora Bagged Salad Recall
June 29, 2020
Aldi is a well known store for getting the best grocery deals, but unfortunately they have become involved in the latest Cyclospora outbreak from their bagged salad. Here’s what we know about this Aldi Cyclospora Bagged Salad Recall: The Recall… read more
June 29, 2020
An outbreak of cyclospora in bagged salads sold at Aldi, Walmart, and Hy-Vee grocery stores has now sickened 206 people in states across the Midwest, including 25 people in Minnesota. Here’s what we know about this Minnesota Cyclospora Outbreak: The… read more