We all know about the link between the huge cyclospora outbreak in 15 states, Taco Bell, and recalled Taylor Farms cyclospora lettuce, as well as the nationwide outbreak, which has sickened at least 20,000 people. The company released a recall on July 17, 2026 that mentioned the Walmart brand, then other foodservice establishments. What wasn’t … Read more
The nationwide cyclospora outbreak keeps growing, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). As of August 11, 2026, there are 13,895 confirmed cases and an additional 10,455 possible cases. Seven hundred forty people have been hospitalized, and two people, who lived in Michigan, have died. These numbers are much lower than the … Read more
First there were five states, then nine, and now there are 15 states affected by the Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce Cyclospora outbreak, according to the CDC. And there are at least 6,358 people sick, with 278 hospitalized and two dead. The six additional states are Arkansas, Iowa, Missouri, Nebraska, New Hampshire, and North Carolina. The … Read more
Two cyclospora related deaths have been reported in Michigan, according to the Michigan Department of Health & Human Services (MDHHS). The case count in that state now stands at 11,234 sick, with 193 hospitalized, as of July 30, 2026. The notice states that “both individuals had significant underlying health conditions that may have been impacted … Read more
Senator Blumenthal requests Taylor Farms cyclospora outbreak records relating to the company’s communications with the White House and the FDA. The letter from the Democratic Ranking Member of the Permanent Subcommittee on Investigations states, “I write regarding the record-breaking cyclosporiasis outbreak and Taylor Farms’ acts of backroom dealing that may have delayed the government’s response … Read more
The FDA is investigating 16 outbreaks on its CORE Outbreak Investigation Table. Six of them are caused by the cyclospora parasite, although three have ended. Only six of the 16 outbreaks have been solved. In total, six of the outbreaks have ended. For the first cyclospora outbreak, there are 93 patients, up from 72 in … Read more
The CDC cyclospora count, including confirmed and possible cases, is now over 18,000. The number of lab confirmed cases is 6,707 and the number of possible cases that need more investigation and analysis is 11,500. The CDC does not include probable cases in its case counts. The agency is investigating multiple clusters, including the one … Read more
Rep. Robert Garcia questions Taylor Farms about the cyclospora outbreak allegedly linked to their iceberg lettuce that was harvested from a farm in Central Mexico. The Representative, who is a Democrat from California’s 42nd district, wants to know if the company used its White House connections to interfere with the FDA’s investigation into the outbreak. … Read more
The North Carolina cyclospora outbreak is linked to parsley and cilantro, as well as lettuce, according to an update by the North Carolina Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (NCDHHS). While parsley and cilantro have been mentioned as possible vectors in this huge outbreak, this is the first time they have been linked to illnesses. … Read more
The five state cyclospora outbreak has been expanded by public health officials to include four more states, for a total of nine. The CDC says that there are at least 1947 patients in those nine states. The original five states were Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Kentucky, and West Virginia. The government added Kansas, Oklahoma, Illinois, and … Read more