Cyclospora's Silent Spread: America's Produce Problem Goes Beyond Lettuce The latest Taylor Farms recall, covering 27 states and multiple brands, is a stark reminder of the persistent threat of cyclospora in the American food supply.
At least 1,645 reported cases and 141 hospitalizations have been linked to the parasite as of this writing. What sets this outbreak apart from previous ones is its scope and speed.
The number of reported cases has skyrocketed in recent months, with over 5,000 additional illnesses potentially linked to cyclospora under investigation by the CDC.