US Cyclospora outbreak hits record 6,700 cases, lettuce suspected source

PBS • 29 juil. 21h11

Infection risk from the cyclospora parasite can be lowered by washing whole heads of lettuce at home and choosing locally sourced produce, according to an infectious disease specialist.

USA Today • 29 juil. 14h38

The CDC said laboratory-confirmed cyclosporiasis infections have risen to 6,707 since May 1, with outbreaks now documented in 45 states and the largest cluster linked to recalled iceberg lettuce from Mexico.

Cincinnati Enquirer • 28 juil. 08h05

Ohio's health department has recorded more than 2,500 cyclosporiasis cases, while Hamilton County reports 29 cases, highlighting discrepancies between state and local reporting.

CBS News • 28 juil. 00h05

Allegheny County health officials have logged 35 cases of cyclosporiasis, including two hospitalizations, as they await confirmation of a link to a multistate outbreak tied to iceberg lettuce.

Honolulu Star-Advertiser • 24 juil. 20h47

The Hawaii Department of Health confirmed two additional travel-associated cyclosporiasis infections, bringing the state's 2026 count to three, and said there is no evidence of local transmission.

Yahoo • 24 juil. 15h16

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has opened a traceback investigation into an unnamed source of a cyclospora outbreak, while North Carolina health officials examine over 560 possible cases linked to fresh herbs and lettuce.

WPLG Local 10 • 24 juil. 12h45

The Florida Department of Health confirmed 154 cases of cyclosporiasis, with Miami-Dade County accounting for the highest number in the state.

NBC News • 24 juil. 12h32

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said the cyclosporiasis outbreak has been traced to nine states, with 1,947 confirmed cases and a likely source in shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico.

WMUR • 23 juil. 22h40

State health officials say nine people who ate salad at Cheshire Medical Center in Keene have been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, prompting a recall of the lettuce and a temporary removal of salad bar options.

WCTV • 23 juil. 21h51

The Florida Department of Health recorded 60 additional Cyclospora infections for the week of July 12-18, raising the statewide total to 152 cases in 2026, with three cases now confirmed in the Big Bend region.

PBS • 23 juil. 19h42

Federal officials are investigating a cyclospora outbreak that has sickened 72 individuals, but the FDA has not yet identified the contaminated food source.

Ars Technica • 23 juil. 19h22

The Food and Drug Administration announced a sixth Cyclospora outbreak investigation this year, reporting 72 cases while providing no details on locations or sources.

The Ringer • 23 juil. 17h48

The CDC reports over 4,000 confirmed cyclospora cases this summer, the highest number on record, with investigations pointing to contaminated iceberg lettuce from major suppliers.

CBS News • 23 juil. 16h26

The U.S. Food and Drug Administration has opened a traceback investigation into a recent cyclospora outbreak, though the contaminated product has not yet been identified.

TODAY.com • 23 juil. 15h05

More than 11,500 cases of cyclospora infection have been reported across 41 states since May, prompting health officials to warn of severe watery diarrhea and advise testing and hydration.

6abc Philadelphia • 23 juil. 12h36

Health officials confirmed Delaware's first cyclosporiasis case, linking a broader U.S. outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms, while the FDA investigates additional clusters.

Yahoo • 23 juil. 11h29

The Florida Department of Health recorded 158 Cyclospora infections in 36 counties from May 1 to July 18, while federal agencies continue to investigate a multistate outbreak linked to a California lettuce supplier.

KCUR • 23 juil. 09h00

Kansas health officials reported a surge to 289 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases, with Johnson County accounting for 95, as investigators look into possible food sources.

The New York Times • 21 juil. 23h30

The CDC confirmed more than 2,500 new cyclospora cases, bringing the 2026 total to a historic high, with over 4,000 domestic cases and hundreds of hospitalizations.

KTVN • 21 juil. 22h31

A 70-year-old man in Washoe County has been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, likely contracted during travel to the Midwest amid a multistate outbreak.

KOCO • 21 juil. 21h15

The Oklahoma State Department of Health said 172 cases of cyclosporiasis have been identified, including 12 hospitalizations, with no deaths reported.

FOX 8 News • 21 juil. 20h57

Health officials in Summit County report a rapid increase in cyclosporiasis infections, with the county evaluating 224 cases, far exceeding state-reported totals.

KETV • 20 juil. 21h17

Douglas County health authorities reported 27 Cyclospora infections, with most patients having eaten at Taco Bell, and are coordinating with state and federal agencies to assess a possible connection to a wider outbreak.

WOWT • 20 juil. 19h25

The Douglas County Health Department confirmed 27 cases of Cyclospora, including 12 in the past four days, and is investigating a possible link to a multistate outbreak.

WRAL • 19 juil. 18h52

More than 30 additional residents of Wake County were diagnosed with cyclospora infection on Thursday, bringing the county's total to 270 cases, while health officials continue to investigate the source.

WLOS • 19 juil. 02h11

The state health department said 307 cyclosporiasis infections were confirmed between May 1 and July 14, and urged consumers to wash lettuce, cilantro and parsley carefully, while local vendors warned shoppers to take extra precautions.

The Guardian • 17 juil. 13h32

Health officials report an increase in cyclosporiasis, a seasonal gastrointestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora, with most cases tied to raw fruits, vegetables and herbs contaminated with fecal matter.

ABC30 Fresno • 17 juil. 00h34

Fresno County health officials reported the first cyclosporiasis case of the year, stating it is not linked to recent outbreaks tied to imported produce elsewhere in the United States.

Slate Magazine • 16 juil. 20h12

Health officials report a surge in Cyclospora infections causing prolonged diarrhea, with investigations hampered by limited tracing resources and the parasite’s elusive nature.

WIRED • 16 juil. 18h36

Health officials say at least 7,000 Americans may have been infected with the diarrheal parasite cyclospora, while social media posts have amplified concern and misinformation about the outbreak.

The Boston Globe • 16 juil. 16h07

State health officials say 18 cyclospora infections were recorded in Massachusetts between May 1 and July 1, a level consistent with seasonal trends, while the nationwide outbreak continues without a confirmed source.

WLWT • 16 juil. 13h20

Hamilton County health officials said Thursday that the number of Cyclospora infections rose to 17, while Ohio now has 366 cases and 46 hospitalizations.

Hawaii News Now • 16 juil. 01h54

A visitor to Hawaii has been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, the first confirmed case in the state this year, but officials say the risk to residents remains low.

BBC • 15 juil. 22h24

The CDC confirmed 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis and is investigating over 5,000 more, with Michigan reporting the highest number of infections.

WBAL-TV • 15 juil. 22h23

The Maryland Department of Health confirmed 69 cases of cyclosporiasis, with 65 reported since May 1, marking a sharp increase from the previous week.

Los Angeles Times • 15 juil. 21h22

Thousands of people in 34 states have been infected with the parasite that causes cyclosporiasis, prompting public-health agencies to recommend thorough washing, cooking and safe handling of fresh produce.

vox.com • 15 juil. 15h45

More than 3,700 cases of the parasite-caused illness have been reported in Michigan, with hundreds of additional infections across other states, prompting health officials to advise thorough washing and cooking of fresh fruits and vegetables.

The Independent • 15 juil. 15h41

More than 6,000 infections of the parasite that causes severe diarrhea have been reported in over 40 states, with Michigan recording the highest number.

USA Today • 15 juil. 14h33

State and federal health officials have verified 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis across 34 states, with more than 5,100 suspected cases under investigation, while the source of the outbreak remains unknown.

Chicago Tribune • 15 juil. 11h00

Health officials report over 200 cyclospora infections in Illinois and urge consumers to wash produce thoroughly, prefer cooked vegetables, and consider local or peeled options while investigations continue.

WCVB • 15 juil. 09h59

Eighteen Cyclospora infections were confirmed in Massachusetts between May 1 and July 1, a figure consistent with seasonal norms, while the Midwest experiences a larger outbreak.

The New York Times • 15 juil. 09h02

The CDC reports a sharp increase in confirmed cyclospora infections to 1,645, with hospitals treating 141 patients while investigations into the outbreak’s source continue.

WLWT • 15 juil. 02h25

Hamilton County Public Health said the total number of cyclosporiasis cases rose to 16, including 10 confirmed, one probable and five suspected, while statewide reports remain unchanged.

CBS News • 14 juil. 22h30

With more than 2,600 reported infections, authorities have not identified the source of the cyclosporiasis outbreak, prompting public health experts to advise general food safety measures.

NBC News • 14 juil. 18h37

The CDC confirmed 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis and is investigating about 5,100 more, with Michigan accounting for roughly half of the confirmed infections.

Forbes • 14 juil. 16h36

Michigan's health department reported more than 700 additional cyclosporiasis cases on Tuesday, bringing the state total to over 3,300, while investigators continue to probe the source of the outbreak.

TODAY.com • 14 juil. 14h25

Health officials report a sharp rise in cyclospora infections across more than 30 states, with Michigan accounting for the majority of cases, and are examining lettuce and other produce as possible sources.

NewsNation • 14 juil. 10h52

State investigators say lettuce and other salad greens may be the source of a parasite causing severe diarrhea, as cases surge across the United States.

NBC Connecticut • 14 juil. 10h47

The state health department said 12 additional infections were confirmed, raising the total to 35, and urged residents to practice safe food handling.

The Detroit News • 13 juil. 21h02

More than 2,600 Michigan residents have been infected with the parasite Cyclospora, with health officials pointing to lettuce or salad greens as the likely source while investigations continue.

New York Post • 13 juil. 20h30

Nassau County health officials reported 17 cases of cyclosporiasis and a separate salmonella outbreak in Suffolk County that has hospitalized nearly 60 people, possibly tied to a recent music festival.

KETV • 13 juil. 17h12

The CDC is tracking more than 840 cyclosporiasis cases across 31 states, with Nebraska and Iowa each reporting up to ten infections as the seasonal outbreak peaks.

WCVB • 13 juil. 13h45

The CDC reports 145 domestic cyclospora infections as of mid-June, with Michigan alone seeing 572 cases in July, prompting health officials to warn about contaminated fresh produce.

WSB-TV • 13 juil. 09h27

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports over 843 confirmed cyclosporiasis infections in 31 states, with health officials urging thorough washing of produce to limit further spread.

WMUR • 13 juil. 02h16

The CDC says 843 cyclosporiasis cases have been confirmed across 31 states, including two recent infections in New Hampshire, where the disease has historically affected two to nine people annually.

WMUR • 12 juil. 23h17

The state health department said two residents were diagnosed with the intestinal parasite, noting the illness remains rare locally and emphasizing hygiene measures.

NPR • 12 juil. 16h48

Health officials say more than 800 cases of the parasite-caused intestinal illness have been reported, with the source still under investigation.

ABC7 Los Angeles • 11 juil. 22h57

The CDC says at least 2,944 cases of the parasite-caused intestinal infection have been confirmed in 32 states, with Michigan accounting for more than half of the total.

USA Today • 11 juil. 22h22

As cyclospora infections climb across the United States, some eateries are removing certain fresh produce from their menus while major chains have not disclosed specific actions.

KTVU • 11 juil. 20h51

The CDC has confirmed 843 domestic cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, with 86 hospitalizations and no deaths, while state reports suggest higher numbers and include California among affected states.

Yahoo Health • 11 juil. 17h54

More than 1,700 Cyclospora infections have been confirmed across the United States, with Michigan reporting over 1,560 cases, while health officials continue to investigate the source.

ABC11 News • 11 juil. 15h45

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services confirmed at least 240 cases of the parasite-caused illness cyclosporiasis across the state since May 1, with investigations ongoing to trace the source.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 11 juil. 09h00

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said 1,562 cases of cyclosporiasis have been confirmed since late June, prompting the agency and the CDC to advise precautions for handling fresh produce.

Detroit Free Press • 10 juil. 23h00

More than 1,500 Michigan residents have been infected with the cyclospora parasite since late June, prompting doctors to stress testing, antibiotic treatment and thorough cooking of produce.

TODAY.com • 10 juil. 20h10

More than 3,100 cases of the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis have been reported in 31 states since May, with Michigan experiencing a surge far above its annual average.

NBC News • 10 juil. 16h29

Nearly 3,000 people have been infected with the foodborne parasite Cyclospora, prompting 86 hospitalizations as the outbreak spreads in 31 states, with Michigan most affected.

WBUR • 10 juil. 14h56

The Massachusetts Department of Public Health confirmed 18 infections with the Cyclospora parasite this year, describing the number as typical for the season, while noting larger outbreaks elsewhere.

WHYY • 10 juil. 09h17

Health officials say 28 cases of cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Pennsylvania this year, part of a broader regional increase that includes New Jersey and other states.

Forbes • 09 juil. 23h25

More than 1,400 cases of the parasite-driven illness cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Michigan and Ohio, with health officials still searching for the source of contamination.

fox8live.com • 09 juil. 20h42

Louisiana health officials have confirmed 23 cases of the parasite-caused illness cyclosporiasis, slightly above the state’s recent average, with one hospitalization and no deaths.

Fox News • 09 juil. 19h53

More than 1,200 cases have been reported in Michigan and over 500 in Ohio, prompting a multi-agency investigation into the source of the parasitic infection.

13wham.com • 09 juil. 19h43

State health officials are working with federal agencies to trace the source of a cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened almost 400 New Yorkers since May, while hundreds of cases have been reported in other states.

CBS News • 09 juil. 18h22

New York City health officials say 273 cases of cyclosporiasis have been confirmed since May 1, with an additional 121 cases reported elsewhere in the state, a level consistent with seasonal trends.

CBS News • 09 juil. 16h08

Maryland health officials have confirmed 32 cases of cyclosporiasis in 2026, with most reported since May 1, as the CDC tracks hundreds of infections across 18 states.

The Boston Globe • 09 juil. 13h20

Massachusetts reports a growing number of Cyclospora infections, prompting investigations into possible food or water contamination and emphasizing testing improvements and preventive hygiene.

The Guardian • 09 juil. 10h00

Health officials report a seasonal increase in cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection causing watery diarrhea, as cases climb in Michigan and other states.

CBS News • 09 juil. 02h14

Michigan has confirmed 992 cyclospora infections, the state's largest outbreak on record, while cases are also rising in Ohio and 16 other states.

WLKY • 08 juil. 23h14

Kentucky health officials confirmed ten recent cases of Cyclospora infection, part of a larger surge affecting dozens of states, with health agencies urging thorough washing of produce to prevent further spread.

FOX Weather • 08 juil. 17h20

Michigan health officials report almost 1,000 cases of cyclosporiasis as the nation sees a sharp rise in infections linked to the parasite Cyclospora.

WLWT • 08 juil. 15h08

The Ohio Department of Health has confirmed 177 cases of cyclosporiasis, mostly in June, and advises residents to follow strict hygiene practices when handling fruits and vegetables.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 08 juil. 11h41

More than 700 people in Michigan have been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis since late June, prompting health officials to investigate contaminated produce as the likely cause.

KOB.com • 08 juil. 08h54

The New Mexico Department of Health confirmed three cyclosporiasis infections this year and advised residents to wash hands and produce to reduce risk.

NBC News • 07 juil. 21h44

More than 700 cases of the parasite-caused illness cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Michigan, prompting health officials to investigate possible sources in fresh produce.

CNN • 07 juil. 14h00

Health officials report hundreds of cyclospora cases in Michigan, Ohio and New York, prompting investigations into food and water sources as the parasite spreads during warm months.

The Independent • 07 juil. 04h39

Health officials report a rapid increase in cyclospora cases, with Michigan seeing a near-tripling of infections and other states reporting dozens of cases.

KSAT • 07 juil. 01h23

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed at least 145 cases of Cyclospora cayetanensis infection across 17 states, including Texas, with 20 hospitalizations and no deaths.

WILX • 06 juil. 22h42

State health officials say a parasitic infection linked to fresh produce has sickened almost 700 Michigan residents, prompting expanded testing and public guidance.

WRAL • 06 juil. 18h22

Health authorities report over 110 Cyclospora infections in North Carolina since May, with the CDC noting more than 20 related hospitalizations nationwide.

FOX 2 Detroit • 06 juil. 15h58

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 572 cases of cyclosporiasis and provided a list of fruits and vegetables previously associated with the parasite to help reduce further infections.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 06 juil. 15h12

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services reported 572 cyclosporiasis cases as of July 4 and released updated recommendations for handling raw produce to curb the outbreak.

WTVG • 06 juil. 11h58

Health officials report a rapid increase in Cyclospora infections across several counties in southeast Michigan and northwest Ohio, urging thorough washing and cooking of produce.

WXYZ Channel 7 • 05 juil. 17h43

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said confirmed cyclosporiasis cases rose to 572 by July 4, more than triple the count a week earlier, with no source identified yet.

Lansing State Journal • 05 juil. 00h35

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said confirmed cyclosporiasis infections rose to 572, prompting guidance for businesses and consumers on reducing contamination risk.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 04 juil. 09h00

Health officials in Michigan are probing a surge of over 300 cyclosporiasis infections across several counties, a number far above the state’s annual average.

The Guardian • 03 juil. 21h15

More than 400 cases of cyclospora-related diarrheal illness have been reported in 18 U.S. states, prompting the CDC to work with the FDA and local health officials to identify sources.

WRAL • 03 juil. 17h57

The state health department has logged 69 Cyclospora infections since early June, mainly in Wake County, while the CDC investigates a multi-state outbreak affecting more than 140 people.

NBC 5 Chicago • 03 juil. 17h29

Health officials report over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis across the United States, with a sharp increase in Michigan, and advise thorough washing of fruits and vegetables to curb the outbreak.

CNN • 03 juil. 16h46

The CDC reports 145 cases of cyclosporiasis in 17 states since early May, with Michigan seeing a sharp rise, while health officials continue investigations into the source of the outbreak.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 03 juil. 02h51

Wayne County health officials are monitoring 27 suspected cyclosporiasis infections as part of a statewide outbreak that has affected over 300 people.

ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos • 02 juil. 20h40

More than 300 cases of the intestinal parasite cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Michigan, far exceeding the state's typical annual count, while health officials continue investigations into the source.

Detroit Free Press • 02 juil. 14h52

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirmed more than 225 infections of the parasite Cyclospora in 21 counties and Detroit, with numbers expected to rise as investigations continue.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 02 juil. 13h08

State health officials are probing a surge of cyclosporiasis cases across multiple Michigan counties, where more than 170 infections have been confirmed, far exceeding the annual average.

WHEC.com • 01 juil. 23h10

At least 145 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported nationwide since May, with 31 to 80 cases in New York, prompting a federal investigation.

The Detroit News • 01 juil. 22h03

State health officials have confirmed 228 cases of cyclosporiasis in Michigan since June 22, a number four times higher than the typical yearly total, while the source of the outbreak remains unknown.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 01 juil. 17h43

More than 170 cyclosporiasis infections have been confirmed across seven Michigan counties, prompting state health officials to search for the source and advise the public on preventive measures.

Detroit Free Press • 01 juil. 15h35

More than 170 people in Michigan have been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, prompting state and federal health agencies to issue prevention guidelines and launch an investigation into the source of the outbreak.

NewsNation • 01 juil. 07h49

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is investigating a Cyclospora outbreak that has been confirmed in 17 states, with 145 cases and 20 hospitalizations.

WTVG • 30 juin 20h27

Health officials in Lucas County, Ohio, have confirmed an increase in cyclosporiasis infections since early June and are investigating a common source.

Yahoo • 30 juin 20h16

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 145 cases of Cyclospora cayetanensis infection in 17 states between May 1 and June 16, with 20 hospitalizations and no deaths.

FOX 2 Detroit • 30 juin 00h39

Health officials in Monroe County are investigating a growing number of cyclosporiasis infections and urging residents to seek testing if they experience related symptoms.

ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4 • 29 juin 19h21

Health officials in Monroe County are probing a recent cluster of cyclosporiasis cases linked to possible common exposure, urging residents with symptoms to seek testing and treatment.