Diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak possibly tied to iceberg lettuce from Mexico

FDA investigators believe iceberg lettuce from Mexico may be behind the spread of cyclosporiasis, a diarrhea-causing parasite. CBS News’ Ash-har Quraishi reports.

Iceberg lettuce eyed in parasite outbreak

The FDA is investigating iceberg lettuce supplied to Taco Bell by Taylor Farms as a potential source for the cyclosporiasis outbreak in five midwestern states. It’s a parasite-borne illness triggering…

Cyclosporiasis outbreak possibly traced to lettuce from Mexico used by Taco Bell

A lettuce supplier to fast-food giant Taco Bell is being investigated as a possible source for a nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak that has sickened thousands of people.

The foods you should avoid as the cyclosporiasis outbreak grows

Over 1,600 cases of cyclosporiasis have now been confirmed as the CDC continues its search for the origin of the outbreak. CBS News’ Megan Cerullo reports on the precautions consumers…

The foods you should avoid as the cyclosporiasis outbreak grows

Source: YouTube Summary The foods you should avoid as the cyclosporiasis outbreak grows Why It Matters This video provides visual context for the story and helps readers quickly understand the…

Cyclospora outbreak leaves consumers guessing which foods are safe

Officials are still searching for the source of the outbreak, prompting consumers to seek advice on social media about which foods to avoid.

Parasite outbreak linked to lettuce spreads across U.S. 

Source: YouTube Summary Parasite outbreak linked to lettuce spreads across U.S.  Why It Matters This video provides visual context for the story and helps readers quickly understand the key development…

WHO warns DR Congo Ebola outbreak may be double the official tally

UN health agency says cases are underreported while doctors at outbreak epicentre threaten to go on strike.

Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak grows to more than 1,500 cases

Michigan health officials say the state’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to more than 1,500 cases.

Michigan's explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite jumps to over 1,200 cases

Cases of an explosive diarrheal parasite continue to skyrocket in Michigan, which is reporting 1,251 cases as of July 9. Of those, 44 were hospitalized. Meanwhile, across the border in…