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Jul 18, 2026

FDA retracts cyclospora finding in Taylor Farms lettuce as false positive

The FDA apologized and confirmed that laboratory results showing cyclospora parasite in Taylor Farms lettuce samples were false positives after re-testing, as investigation into the outbreak affecting over 5,000 cases continues.

Jul 18, 2026·4 sources
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Top claims

  • ▪The FDA's retraction came after laboratory experts re-checked the lettuce sample results
  • ▪Walmart stated there have been no confirmed illnesses associated with the specific salad products it removed
  • ▪Government agencies have linked shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell restaurants to reports of foodborne illness in five states

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Cyclosporiasis outbreak1Drug Approval and Clinical Trials1Infectious Disease and Outbreaks1Public health1

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