Donald Prater
Coverage of Donald Prater in the Nexus archive.
- Cyclospora found in 45 states; FDA says food supply is safe
An estimated 18,000 people have become ill from cyclospora across 45 states, with the FDA assuring the food supply remains safe. The CDC reports 6,707 lab-confirmed cases, and potential sources include shredded iceberg lettuce from Taylor Fresh Foods and parsley/cilantro. Despite recalls, case numbers continue to rise.
- FDA false positive creates confusion as Michigan cyclospora cases top 6,100
The FDA reported a false positive test for Cyclospora in a Taylor Farms lettuce sample, complicating a Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak that has affected over 6,100 people. Despite the false positive, the FDA maintains its focus on Taylor Farms and Taco Bell as potential sources of the parasite, which causes severe intestinal illness.
- FDA still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result
FDA investigators remain focused on Taylor Farms' lettuce as the source of a cyclospora outbreak despite a false positive test result. The agency confirmed a recall of 25 shredded lettuce and salad mix products, with ongoing testing of produce imports and investigations into contaminated supply chains linked to U.S. food chains.
- FDA: Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sample produced a false positive for cyclospora
The FDA reported a false positive for cyclospora in a Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sample, but emphasized this does not affect the ongoing investigation into a cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to the company's products. Taylor Farms has voluntarily recalled some lettuce products, and the FDA confirmed no confirmed positive tests for cyclospora in its samples.
- FDA: Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sample produced a false positive for cyclospora
The FDA confirmed a false positive test for cyclospora in a Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce sample, but maintains its ongoing investigation into the outbreak linked to the company's shredded lettuce. The false positive was detected during a lab quality check, and the FDA emphasizes the recall of Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce remains in effect despite no confirmed positive samples.
- Taco Bell removes some ingredients during nationwide cyclospora investigation
Taco Bell has temporarily removed some ingredients at select restaurants amid a nationwide cyclospora outbreak. Over 30 U.S. states have reported infections, with Michigan linking cases to potential contamination from lettuce or salad greens. Federal health officials are investigating multiple produce items but have not confirmed a specific source.