Health officials are investigating lettuce and other salad greens as the leading suspected source of a growing multistate Cyclospora outbreak, a parasitic infection that causes watery diarrhea and other gastrointestinal symptoms. While early evidence points to leafy greens, investigators have not yet identified a specific product, grower, or supplier, and other food sources have not been ruled out. Cyclospora is typically spread through contaminated food or water rather than person-to-person contact. Experts advise consumers to wash fresh produce thoroughly, practice good food hygiene, and seek medical attention if persistent diarrhea develops. The investigation remains ongoing as health authorities work to identify the exact source.
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