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Lettuce sells out at farmers market amid concerns over ‘explosive diarrhea’ outbreak
A parasite outbreak linked to lettuce and leafy greens in Michigan has caused panic buying at farmers markets, with vendors reporting rapid sell-outs. Health officials advise purchasing whole lettuce, washing it thoroughly, and avoiding pre-washed greens due to the cyclosporiasis-linked 'explosive diarrhea' outbreak, which has 3,762 confirmed cases statewide.
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