More than 400 sick as CDC searches for the source of a mystery outbreak
The CDC and FDA are investigating a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has affected over 400 people across the U.S. Midwest since late June. Health officials are currently working to identify the specific food source responsible for the infections.
Why it matters
Rapid identification of foodborne illness sources is essential to preventing further infections and ensuring public food safety.
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is working with state and federal health agencies to investigate several outbreaks of cyclosporiasis. Efforts to determine and confirm the sources of these outbreaks are still underway.
The report relies on official health agency statements regarding an ongoing public health investigation.
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