US Health Officials
Coverage of US Health Officials in the Nexus archive.
- How Taco Bell is responding to the cyclospora outbreak
U.S. health officials are investigating a cyclospora parasite outbreak linked to an unspecified product. Taco Bell is experiencing a significant drop in foot traffic amid ongoing concerns about fresh produce.
- Taylor Farms reportedly shut down Mexican processing facility linked to cyclospora outbreak
U.S. health officials are investigating an additional cyclospora outbreak with an unknown source. Taylor Farms has reportedly shut down the Mexican processing facility where lettuce is suspected to have caused the initial outbreak that sickened thousands in 41 states.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora. The investigation is being conducted by US health officials.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite Cyclospora. Cyclospora is a parasite known to cause diarrhea.
- U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak of the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora. The outbreak has affected 72 people as of Wednesday.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak caused by the parasite cyclospora, which leads to diarrhea. The investigation focuses on identifying the source and containing the spread of the 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, 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.
- U.S. recalls lettuce linked to diarrhea-causing outbreak
U.S. health officials have recalled contaminated lettuce linked to a cyclosporiasis outbreak. The lettuce was imported from a Mexican branch of American-based supplier Taylor Farms.
- Taylor Farms recalls lettuce shipped to 27 states over cyclospora risk
Taylor Farms is recalling iceberg lettuce products linked to a cyclospora outbreak that has sickened over 1,600 people in the U.S. The products, shipped to 27 states, are associated with a multistate outbreak traced to Mexican-sourced lettuce. The CDC reports 1,645 confirmed cases and 141 hospitalizations in 2026.
- Due to cyclospora risk, Taylor Farms expands recall of lettuce sourced from central Mexico and now includes products shipped to 27 states
Taylor Farms has expanded a voluntary recall of iceberg lettuce products linked to a cyclospora outbreak affecting 27 U.S. states. The company halted sourcing from an implicated lot in central Mexico, and Sysco, a major distributor, has stopped distributing the products. The CDC reports 1,645 cyclospora cases in 2026, with Taco Bell removing the affected ingredient from its supply chain.
- Taco Bell lettuce tied to diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak
US health officials linked iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell to an outbreak of the cyclospora parasite, which causes 'explosive' diarrhea. Officials warn the contamination may extend beyond the fast-food chain.
- China rapidly catching up with US in biotech
China is rapidly catching up with the US in biotech capabilities, leading in manufacturing and clinical development while the US maintains an edge in talent and market translation. The US has responded with measures like restricting federal dealings with foreign biotech firms and accelerating drug research to restore leadership in clinical trials.
- US passengers from ship quarantined as officials say public risk 'very low'
US passengers from a ship have been quarantined after one passenger tested positive for Andes virus and another is showing mild symptoms. Health officials say the public risk is very low. The Andes virus is a rare type of hantavirus.
- Hantavirus cruise ship expected to arrive in Canary Islands, sparks local protests
A Dutch cruise ship at the center of a hantavirus outbreak is expected to arrive in the Canary Islands, prompting local protests. US health officials are sending a plane to bring home 19 Americans on board. The ship's arrival has sparked concerns among locals.