Cyclospora cayetanensis is a unicellular, microscopic parasite that can cause food- or water-related gastrointestinal illness. Cyclospora cannot be transmitted directly from one person to another through infected fecal matter; the parasite must complete part
Cyclospora Blog
Surveillance & Analysis on Cyclospora News & Outbreaks
The Cyclospora Blog, published by Marler Clark, Inc., PS, focuses on legal issues and updates related to foodborne illnesses caused by the Cyclospora parasite. It covers outbreak investigations, public health responses, and legal actions involving contaminated produce and other food products. The blog discusses scientific research, regulatory developments, and prevention strategies for Cyclospora infections, as well as related food safety topics such as recalls and contamination by other pathogens like Salmonella and Hepatitis A. It serves as a resource for victims of foodborne illnesses seeking legal representation and information on food safety litigation.
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Basil recalled over Cyclospora risk
By Bill Marler
Shenandoah Growers, Inc (Harrisonburg, VA) out of an abundance of caution, has issued a limited, voluntary recall of approximately 3240 units of branded fresh cut, packaged organic basil clamshells packed at its Indianapolis, Indiana location due to a possible health…
2020 Cyclospora Outbreak
By Bill Marler
Cyclospora – Salads
As of September 23, 2020, a total of 701 people with laboratory confirmed Cyclospora infections associated with this outbreak were reported from 14 states: GA, IL, IA, KS, MA, MI, MN, MO, NE, ND, OH, PA, SD, WI. Exposures…
Basil recalled over Cyclospora risk
By Bill Marler
Southeastern Grocers announced Friday that they are voluntarily recalling SE Grocers Naturally Better Organic Fresh Cut Basil.
The recall is due to Cyclospora. Cyclospora infections, known as cyclosporiasis, can cause diarrhea, abdominal cramps, nausea and vomiting, among other symptoms.
SE…
What is Cyclospora cayetanensis?
By Bill Marler
Cyclospora is a parasite composed of one cell, too small to be seen without a microscope. The organism was previously thought to be a blue-green alga or a large form of Cryptosporidium. Cyclospora cayetanensis is the only species of this…
701 in the US, 37 in Canada with Cyclospora tied to Fresh Express
By Bill Marler
CDC, public health and regulatory officials in 14 states, and the U.S. Food and Drug Administration investigated a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora infections.
In Canada, as of July 8, 2020, there are 37 confirmed cases of Cyclospora illness linked to…
727 with Cyclospora linked to Fresh Express Salads in the US and Canada
By Bill Marler
The CDC reports that as of August 12, 2020, a total of 690 people with laboratory-confirmed Cyclospora infections associated with this outbreak have been reported from 13 states: Georgia (1), Illinois (209), Iowa (206), Kansas (5), Massachusetts (1), Minnesota (86), Missouri (57)…
More and more Cyclospora cases
By Bill Marler
The number of reported cases of domestically acquired cyclosporiasis has increased from the previous month and has been elevated since May 1, 2020.
As of July 29, 2020, 779 laboratory-confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported to CDC by 28…
Nearly 700 with Cyclospora in the United States and Canada
By Bill Marler
Products were sold in many states under either the brand name Fresh Express or the store brand labels ALDI Little Salad Bar, Giant Eagle, Hy-Vee, Jewel-Osco Signature Farms, ShopRite Wholesome Pantry, and Walmart Marketside.
Since the last case count update…
509 in US with Cyclospora linked to Fresh Express bagged salad mix containing iceberg lettuce, carrots, and red cabbage
By Bill Marler
Since the last case count update on June 26, 2020, 303 new laboratory confirmed Cyclospora infections have been reported.
The CDC reported today that as of July 8, 2020, a total of 509 people with laboratory confirmed Cyclospora infections associated with this outbreak…