Is Lettuce Safe to Eat Now? Experts Say Yes as Cyclospora Cases Slow
As the Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce slows, federal officials and food safety experts say it's safe to eat lettuce again, with caveats.
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Lundberg Family Farms Rice Recall Expanded: 27,000 Bags Affected in 13 States
FDA expands Lundberg Family Farms rice recall to 27,000 bags sold in 13 states due to possible foreign material. Learn product details and next steps.
Cyclospora Outbreak Toll Nears 11,000 as Lettuce Recall Reshapes Consumer Habits
Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms lettuce surpasses 10,900 cases across 17 states, driving consumers to local growers and prompting safety shifts.
Greater Manchester NHS strikes: Critical incident declared as 350 staff walk out
Northern Care Alliance declares critical incident as 350+ theatre staff strike over overtime pay dispute at four Greater Manchester hospitals.
Clear Eyes Eye Drops Recall: 39,060 Bottles Pulled Over Sterility Concerns
Nearly 40,000 Clear Eyes Maximum Itchy Eye Relief bottles are recalled nationwide due to potential contamination. FDA upgrades to Class II risk.
Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Iceberg Lettuce Expands to 17 States
CDC and FDA investigate a multistate Cyclospora outbreak linked to Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce, with over 9,400 cases and two deaths reported.
Flesh-Eating Bacteria Vibrio vulnificus: 5 Dead in Louisiana, Florida Reports Fatality
Louisiana reports 5 deaths and 9 hospitalizations from Vibrio vulnificus in 2026; Florida also records a death. Learn symptoms, risks, and prevention.
Massachusetts Cyclospora Cases Triple to 147 as Outbreak Tied to Recalled Lettuce
Massachusetts cyclospora cases hit 147 in 2026, tripling from June to July, with links to recalled Taylor Farms lettuce and no large local outbreak detected.
Cyclospora Outbreak 2026: Michigan Deaths as 45 States Report Cases
Cyclospora outbreak 2026: Michigan reports 2 deaths, 45 states affected, 11,000+ cases. CDC investigates Taylor Farms lettuce link.
Bourbon Virus Confirmed in New York: Rare Tick Disease May Be Spreading
New York confirms first Bourbon virus case on Long Island. Experts warn the rare, deadly tick-borne disease is likely underdiagnosed as lone star ticks expand.
FDA Recalls 12 Million Rohto Eye Drops Over Sterility Concerns
FDA recalls over 12 million Rohto eye drops due to sterility issues. Check lot numbers and expiration dates to see if your product is affected.
UK Cyclospora Outbreak: 67 Cases Linked to Mexico Travel, US Lettuce Scare
UK cyclospora cases rise to 67, mostly linked to Mexico travel. US outbreak hits 18,000, with lettuce recalled. Learn symptoms and safety tips.