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Lettuce Safety Update

Updated 2026-08-21 19:55 UTC 1 source Neutral

Cyclosporiasis cases linked to contaminated lettuce are declining, according to new data. The outbreak, which peaked in July, shows signs of slowing down.

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Scientific American

Is lettuce safe to eat yet? New data suggest cyclosporiasis cases are slowing

After a spike in infections in July, this explosive-diarrhea-causing outbreak may be coming to an end

2026-08-21 18:00 UTC