Outbreak
CLOSED
OUTBREAK|
UPDATE 13: OUTBREAK ENDED
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Cyclospora
Severity
36,000+ people sick, 1,000+ hospitalized and 2 deaths reported across 49 states since May 1, 2026. Multiple clusters have been identified, including a large multistate outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from central Mexico. 30+ Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce products were recalled in 31 states. Recent infections have declined significantly, and contaminated lettuce is no longer available in stores or restaurants. Outbreak declared over.
Who's At Risk?
People traveling or living in tropical or subtropical regions of the world may be at increased risk because cyclosporiasis is common in those regions. However, people living in other areas can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water that has been contaminated with the parasite.
Symptoms
Watery diarrhea (may be prolonged or relapsing), loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, vomiting, body aches, headache, low-grade fever. People experience symptoms about 2 - 14 days after consuming food or drinking water containing Cyclospora. Symptoms can last anywhere from a few days to a month or longer.