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FDA Reports New Outbreak of Explosive Diarrhea with 72 Cases Identified
The FDA hasn’t said where the cases are or how they’re linked.
TL;DR
- The FDA is investigating a new Cyclospora outbreak with 72 cases identified.
- This marks the sixth Cyclospora outbreak investigation by the FDA this year.
- Over 11,500 Cyclospora cases have been reported nationwide this year, including 308 hospitalizations.
- The current case tally significantly exceeds the typical annual number of cases seen in the US.
- A previous outbreak was linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico distributed by Taylor Farms, leading to a recall.
- The FDA and CDC have faced budget and staffing cuts, impacting their response capabilities.
- The FDA has 10 other open investigations on foodborne outbreaks.