leafy greens
Coverage of leafy greens in the Nexus archive.
- White House addresses growing parasite outbreak after more than 400 Americans sickened
The White House is addressing a growing cyclosporiasis parasite outbreak that has sickened over 400 people across multiple states. Federal health officials are working to identify the contaminated food source, which is suspected to be fresh produce like leafy greens, herbs, and berries, while advising the public to wash produce and seek medical care if symptoms persist.
- Louisiana cyclosporiasis numbers; tips to protect yourself
Louisiana has reported 55 cyclosporiasis cases with 5 hospitalizations and no deaths. The CDC notes 1,645 confirmed domestic cases since May 1, 2026, with over 5,100 under investigation. The parasite spreads via contaminated food/water, especially fresh produce, and prevention includes thorough washing and hygiene practices.
- Fears of ‘diarrhea salad’ amid cyclospora outbreak prompt New Yorkers to skip leafy greens for cooked food
A Cyclosporiasis outbreak in New York City has infected 374 people, prompting residents to avoid leafy greens and fresh vegetables linked to the parasite. Experts advise discarding suspect produce and opting for cooked foods, while health departments struggle to trace the source due to the parasite's long incubation period.
- The Cyclospora outbreak has every toddler parent asking the same question: Are berries safe?
A Cyclospora outbreak has sickened over 1,000 Americans, prompting parents to question berry safety. Experts advise caution with berries, lettuce, and leafy greens, while social media offers conflicting advice on sanitizing produce. The global supply chain enables year-round berry availability, making them a staple in toddlers' diets despite current concerns.
- Taco Bell takes extra cyclospora precautions while CDC investigates outbreak
Taco Bell has voluntarily removed certain menu ingredients in select locations as a precaution against cyclospora contamination during a CDC investigation into a multistate outbreak linked to fresh produce. The CDC advises washing produce but notes no guaranteed method to avoid cyclospora, while Taco Bell's measures exceed current guidelines despite no confirmed link to the chain.
- Don’t skip fruits and veggies amid cyclosporiasis outbreak, but take precautions, health official says
Health officials advise continuing to consume fresh fruits and vegetables during a cyclosporiasis outbreak but recommend precautions like thorough washing and cooking to reduce infection risk. Over 30 U.S. states have reported cyclospora cases surpassing 2019 records, though no deaths have been reported. CDC data lags behind state reports, and the source of the parasite remains unclear.
- Cyclospora parasite cases reported in DFW as nationwide outbreak spreads
Health officials report a nationwide cyclospora outbreak linked to leafy greens, with nearly 7,000 cases across 30 states. Texas has confirmed fewer than several dozen cases as part of the outbreak.