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Cyclospora outbreak

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Cyclospora cases near 12,000 as 9-state cluster linked to Taylor Farms lettuce

Jul 28, 2026

The segment covers the growing U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreak, now the largest in history, with nearly 12,000 cases reported. It highlights a primary 9-state cluster tied to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms (sourced in central Mexico), a voluntary recall, and a smaller separate outbreak of 72 cases with unknown origin. Additional possible links to parsley and cilantro are noted. Guests include former FDA Commissioner Scott Gottlieb, who discusses mitigation and ongoing risk, and former CDC Director Robert Redfield, who addresses FDA communications, recommends caution with imported produce, and explains transmission via human feces in irrigation or fields. A poll on reduced produce consumption is shown. Redfield also comments on a WSJ report of Taylor Farms contacting the White House regarding the recall.

▶ Source: NewsNation

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CDC tracks record cyclospora outbreak as states report thousands of cases

Jul 24, 2026

The segment covers a record U.S. cyclospora outbreak with rising cases across multiple states, including a new cluster of over 70. RFK Jr. stated the outbreak is under control shortly before additional clusters emerged. It details CDC's 2025 scaling back of the FoodNet program, reducing required monitoring from eight pathogens to two and leaving cyclospora to state tracking. Former FDA commissioners Robert Califf and Scott Gottlieb comment on the cuts and outbreak response. The report notes gaps between state-reported and CDC-confirmed cases, with Michigan citing thousands versus CDC's national 4,000 confirmed.

▶ Source: NBC News

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Gottheimer announces bipartisan Foodborne Illness Rapid Response Act amid Cyclospora outbreak

Jul 20, 2026

The segment covers a press conference at Holy Name Medical Center in Teaneck, NJ, where Rep. Josh Gottheimer announced three federal actions targeting the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak. Speakers included hospital leaders who provided clinical context on the parasite, its transmission via produce, and prevention steps. Gottheimer detailed bipartisan legislation with Rep. Don Bacon, a letter to the CDC on restoring FoodNet tracking, and support for information-sharing reforms. He attributed the record case surge to 2025 staffing reductions at CDC and FDA.

▶ Source: NBC New York

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Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from Mexico tied to Cyclospora cluster at Taco Bell

Jul 18, 2026

NewsNation segment features Elizabeth Vargas interviewing former CDC Director Dr. Robert Redfield on a multistate Cyclospora outbreak. They discuss the recent identification of Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from central Mexico as the source for a cluster affecting Taco Bell locations in several states, removal of the product, and advice on handling produce. Redfield addresses ongoing risk, surveillance gaps, the parasite's characteristics, and why cases surged. Redfield, the sole named guest and expert, provides context on transmission, symptoms, treatment, and prevention; the segment references CDC and state data without additional on-air sources or graphics beyond the interview.

▶ Source: NewsNation

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USA TODAY shows steps to rinse and dry lettuce during 2026 Cyclospora outbreak

Jul 17, 2026

USA TODAY video demonstrates proper lettuce cleaning amid the 2026 Cyclospora outbreak. Segments cover hand washing, discarding outer or damaged leaves, individual rinsing with friction, drying via spinner or towel, washing pre-washed items, and sanitizing surfaces. Sourcing is direct expert-style demonstration referencing general food-safety practices; no named guests or graphics beyond on-screen text. The throughline is practical steps to reduce risk from contaminated produce.

▶ Source: USA TODAY

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FDA links Mexican iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell to five-state Cyclospora outbreak

Jul 17, 2026

NPR reports on a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce grown in Mexico and served at Taco Bell restaurants in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia. The FDA issued a consumer warning against eating the lettuce at affected locations, and investigators identified a single supplier via traceback. Taco Bell voluntarily removed potentially impacted product. Cases began in May, with dozens hospitalized. The segment includes specific epidemiological details from Michigan interviews and CDC case counts among Taco Bell patrons.

▶ Source: NPR

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Cyclospora outbreak: 1,645 confirmed cases across 34 states, Michigan hardest hit

Jul 16, 2026

The segment covers the ongoing 2026 cyclospora (cyclosporiasis) outbreak driven by a microscopic parasite in contaminated produce or water. It reports CDC-confirmed cases, Michigan's disproportionate impact, symptoms like prolonged watery diarrhea, the 1-2 week incubation period complicating source tracing, and prior links to items such as lettuce, cilantro, and berries. It discusses Taco Bell's precautionary removal of ingredients amid an ongoing FDA investigation into Taylor Farms lettuce, notes CDC surveillance challenges from optional tracking, and provides prevention advice including thorough washing, cooking produce, and hand hygiene while stressing that produce benefits outweigh risks.

▶ Source: NewsNation