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HEALTHJul 24 · 20:36 UTCKOAA NBC5 COLORADO SPRINGSAP via Scripps News Group

Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states

Federal health officials expanded the investigation into a cyclospora outbreak linked to shredded lettuce, adding Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania to the list of affected states. The outbreak, tied to Taco Bell and involving 1,947 cases including 98 hospitalizations, is centered on lettuce from Taylor Farms, which recalled products from central Mexico. The CDC reports over 4,100 confirmed cases nationwide since May 1.

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