Cyclospora outbreak linked to lettuce spreads to 15 states, FDA says

The Food and Drug Administration on Wednesday expanded its investigation into a Cyclospora outbreak linked to recalled iceberg lettuce, following the confirmation of two deaths associated with the outbreak.

The outbreak was first identified in July among individuals who consumed shredded iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell restaurants. Since then, the number of affected states has increased to 15, according to the FDA.

The agency did not specify the total number of cases or the states involved, but emphasized that the investigation is ongoing. The outbreak has prompted recalls of the affected lettuce products as health officials work to contain the spread of the parasite.

Authorities continue to urge consumers to check for recalled products and practice good hygiene to prevent further cases. No additional details about the victims or the source of the contamination have been released publicly.

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