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- Over a dozen sickened in fourth gastrointestinal illness outbreak on cruise ship in two months
Over a dozen people, including 8 guests and 5 crew, were sickened by gastrointestinal illness on the National Geographic Sea Bird, marking the fourth outbreak in under two months, according to the CDC.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Cases in Michigan exceed 9,200
Michigan health officials reported over 9,200 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases, with 160 hospitalizations. A Michigan couple sued Taco Bell and Taylor Farms over an outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce. The CDC noted cases in 34 states, with lettuce or salad greens as a possible source.
- Cyclospora outbreak dubbed ‘lettuce-gate’ as health concerns spread across U.S.
A Cyclospora outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms in central Mexico has infected 1,947 people across nine U.S. states, with 98 hospitalizations reported. Taylor Farms issued a recall of affected products after the FDA identified potential contamination, though conflicting test results and ongoing cases have fueled public concern.
- Jetting off for a summer vacation? How to eat and drink to minimize jet lag
Jet lag can be minimized by adjusting meal schedules to align with the destination's time zone, eating smaller meals, avoiding alcohol, and using caffeine strategically. Experts from Mayo Clinic and University of Minnesota recommend shifting meal times gradually before travel and maintaining local eating patterns to help the body adjust.
- MAP: States reporting new measles cases as virus surpasses alarming benchmark
The U.S. is facing a public health crisis in 2026 with measles spreading to 43 states, as reported by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Cyclospora is another public health issue in the country.
- News Wrap: CDC reports more measles cases so far this year
The CDC reports more measles cases in the U.S. this year than in all of 2025. An iceberg lettuce-related outbreak has expanded to four additional states, while Iran launched attacks on U.S. bases following American strikes. A Russian ballistic missile strike in the Kyiv region killed at least 10 people.
- MAP: Where Colorado ranks among U.S. states with measles cases
Measles has spread to 43 U.S. states as of 2026, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Colorado's ranking among affected states is highlighted in the article.
- No Colorado produce linked to ongoing Cyclospora outbreak
The Colorado Department of Agriculture confirms that Colorado produce is not linked to the ongoing Cyclospora outbreak. The FDA and CDC are investigating the outbreak, which is caused by a microscopic parasite leading to intestinal illness.
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials expanded the cyclospora parasite outbreak investigation to four additional states (Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania), linked to shredded lettuce from Taco Bell and Taylor Farms. The outbreak now includes 1,947 cases with 98 hospitalizations, though the true count is likely higher. Investigations into supply chains and a separate outbreak in 72 people continue.
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials expanded the cyclospora outbreak investigation to four more states, including Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, and Pennsylvania, linked to shredded lettuce from Taco Bell. The CDC reported 1,947 cases and 98 hospitalizations, with Taylor Farms recalling lettuce from central Mexico. Mexican health officials found no parasite in lettuce or water from the affected plant.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak surges to over 4.1K confirmed cases
A cyclosporiasis outbreak has surged to over 4,173 confirmed cases across 41 U.S. states this week, with symptoms including severe diarrhea and hospitalizations rising to 308. The CDC suspects multiple sources, initially linking cases to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico, but later retracted this connection after false positives. State health departments are struggling to trace cases due to the parasite's complexity, relying on manual investigations.
- 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.
- U.S. reports highest number of measles cases in 35 years
The U.S. has reported 2,318 confirmed measles cases, the highest since 1991, according to the CDC. This marks the second consecutive year with record-breaking numbers.
- Cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise, as Michigan remains hardest hit state
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to 8,176, with lettuce and salad greens emerging as a likely source. Taylor Farms De Mexico recalled iceberg lettuce products linked to the outbreak, and the FDA and CDC are investigating. Hospitalizations have increased to 160.
- 4 states added to Cyclospora outbreak
Four more states (Illinois, Kansas, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania) have been added to the Cyclospora outbreak, bringing the total to nine. The CDC reports 1,947 confirmed cases, with estimates up to 12,000. Taylor Farms de México recalled shredded lettuce after Taco Bell traced produce to a single supplier, while some North Carolina cases may link to parsley and cilantro.
- Surgeon General suggests high measles counts could be tied to abortion opposition
Florida Surgeon General Joseph Ladapo suggested that opposition to abortion may correlate with measles cases at Ave Maria University, a Roman Catholic college where 93 cases were reported. The measles vaccine uses cell strains derived from fetal tissue from the 1960s, and the Pontifical Academy for Life has stated Catholic parents can vaccinate children with a 'clear conscience.'
- U.S. identifies cyclosporiasis cases in 4 more states, widening investigation
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention are expanding their investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico after identifying cases in four additional states.
- MAP: States report new measles cases as virus surpasses alarming benchmark
Measles has spread to 43 U.S. states in 2026, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, marking a significant public health concern. The virus, described as one of the world's most contagious, follows another outbreak of Cyclospora.
- MAP: States report new measles cases as virus surpasses alarming benchmark
Measles has spread to 43 U.S. states as of 2026, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The virus, described as one of the world's most contagious, is part of a public health crisis alongside Cyclospora.
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite expands to 4 more states
A nationwide outbreak of the diarrhea-causing parasite Cyclospora has expanded to four additional states, with 1,947 confirmed cases reported by the CDC. Officials note the actual number is likely higher due to underreporting as some individuals recover without medical intervention.
- CDC funding shift puts $450K in Twin Cities HIV prevention at risk, group says
The CDC's decision to stop renewing funding for community-based HIV programs in Minnesota threatens $450,000 annually for the Aliveness Project's HIV testing, outreach, and treatment services. The organization warns the funding shift to the Minnesota Department of Health could disrupt prevention efforts, despite having provided over 6,000 HIV tests and linked 96% of positive cases to medical care within a month.
- 2026 measles outbreak surpasses 2025 count
The 2026 measles outbreak has surpassed the 2025 case count, with 2,318 cases reported by the CDC as of now. Cases are concentrated in South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona, with outbreaks in 45 jurisdictions. Public health officials warn the U.S. risks losing its measles-free status due to declining vaccination rates below the 95% threshold.
- There are already more U.S. measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The U.S. has recorded more measles cases in 2026 than in all of 2025, with major outbreaks in South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona. Vaccination rates have dropped below the 95% threshold needed to prevent outbreaks, and experts warn official case counts are likely underestimates due to unreported cases and the virus's high contagiousness.
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials linked a cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded lettuce to four new states, expanding the U.S. case count to 1,947 with 98 hospitalizations. The CDC and FDA are investigating lettuce from Taylor Farms, which recalled iceberg lettuce from Mexico, though no deaths have been reported.
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite linked to 4 more states
Federal health officials linked a cyclospora outbreak tied to shredded lettuce to four additional states, expanding the largest U.S. outbreak to 1,947 cases, including 98 hospitalizations. The CDC, FDA, and state agencies are investigating lettuce from Taylor Farms, which recalled iceberg lettuce from central Mexico, though no deaths have been reported.
- There are already more US measles cases this year than in all of 2025
The U.S. has reported 2,318 measles cases in 2026, surpassing the 2025 total of 2,289, making it the worst year since 1991. Major outbreaks in South Carolina, Utah, and Arizona have driven the surge, with declining vaccination rates below the 95% threshold needed to prevent outbreaks. International health officials will assess if the U.S. and Mexico have lost their measles-free status in November.
- US cyclosporiasis outbreak expands to nine states as CDC investigates 7,400 cases
The largest cyclosporiasis outbreak on record has expanded to nine states, with over 11,500 people suspected to have been sickened this summer. The CDC is investigating 4,173 laboratory-confirmed cases and an additional 7,400 cases, as the disease causes symptoms like explosive diarrhea.
- ‘The Child Is Terrified’: Doctors on the Front Lines of a Measles Comeback Speak Out
Measles cases in the U.S. have reached a 35-year high, driven by declining vaccination rates and domestic outbreaks. The CDC is finalizing a report indicating the U.S. may no longer meet criteria for measles elimination, with Utah’s outbreak lasting over a year and causing severe health complications, including hospitalizations and deaths.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak surges to over 4,173 confirmed cases
The number of cyclosporiasis cases has surged to over 4,173 across 41 U.S. states, linked to contaminated shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico sold by Taylor Farms. Over 300 hospitalizations have been reported, with Michigan, Indiana, North Carolina, New York, and Ohio experiencing high case counts.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak surges to over 4,173 confirmed cases
The cyclosporiasis outbreak has surged to over 4,173 confirmed cases across 41 U.S. states, with cases linked to shredded iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico and sold by Taylor Farms. The CDC estimates an additional 7,400 unconfirmed cases, and 308 hospitalizations have been reported.
- CDC’s National Health Survey conducts medical exams and interviews in Jefferson County
The CDC's National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey is conducting free medical exams and health interviews in Jefferson County using a mobile examination center. The survey, ongoing for over 60 years, collects data to inform public health policies and includes 650 selected households in the county. The mobile center will remain in Arvada until September.
- FDA identifies second cyclospora outbreak as US case count reaches record high
The FDA is investigating a second cyclospora outbreak as the U.S. reports a record 11,000+ cases across 41 states. The initial outbreak linked to iceberg lettuce from Mexico is now joined by a new, unidentified source causing 72 additional cases, despite claims by Health and Human Services Secretary Robert Kennedy Jr. that the situation was 'under control.'
- Why Minnesota families need whole-person behavioral healthcare
Minnesota families face fragmented healthcare systems requiring multiple providers for mental health, physical health, and supportive services. The article highlights how disconnected systems exacerbate issues like anxiety and asthma, emphasizing the mind-body connection and the need for integrated care.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak surges to over 4,173 confirmed cases
A cyclosporiasis outbreak has surged to over 4,173 confirmed cases across 41 U.S. states, linked to shredded iceberg lettuce grown in central Mexico and sold by Taylor Farms. The CDC estimates 7,400 additional unconfirmed cases, with 308 hospitalizations reported as of July 20, 2026.
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak surges to over 4,173 confirmed cases
A cyclosporiasis outbreak has surged to over 4,173 confirmed cases across 41 states, with symptoms including severe intestinal issues and 308 hospitalizations. The CDC links 1,644 cases to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico sold by Taylor Farms, while state health departments face challenges tracking the parasite's complex genome.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
US health officials are investigating a cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to 72 cases, though the Food and Drug Administration has not yet identified the source products or locations. A separate outbreak traced to Taylor Farms' recalled iceberg lettuce is being investigated, while food safety tips emphasize washing hands with soap and water to prevent infection.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
US health officials are investigating a cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to 72 cases, with the FDA yet to identify the contaminated products or locations. A separate outbreak tied to Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce recall is also under scrutiny, while the CDC highlights cyclospora's transmission through contaminated water and food safety measures like handwashing with soap and water.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of Cyclospora, a diarrhea-causing parasite affecting 72 people. The FDA has not yet identified the contaminated products or locations, while a separate outbreak linked to Taylor Farms' lettuce remains under investigation. Cyclospora spreads via food contaminated with human feces, often due to irrigation or washing with tainted water.
- Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan rise to more than 7,600 -- here’s a breakdown by county
Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan have risen to over 7,600 as of July 23, with 160 hospitalizations reported. A lawsuit has been filed against Taco Bell and Taylor Farms over a Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce, though federal officials have retracted claims of contamination evidence. The CDC notes cases in 34 states and advises seeking medical care for symptoms like diarrhea.
- Galveston at center of new CDC study on resurgence of flea-borne typhus
A new CDC study is centered on Galveston to investigate the resurgence of flea-borne typhus. Infected fleas are carried by animals like rats, opossums, cats, and dogs, with stray and domestic cats identified as potential carriers, prompting recommendations for pet flea prevention.