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Cyclospora Outbreak Linked to Prebagged Lettuce

July 17, 2026

While there are no known cases in Utah that are linked to this outbreak. You can always take steps to preventing foodbourne illness. READ MORE

  • Wash your hands and any fresh produce thoroughly under running water before eating, cutting, or cooking.
  • Cooking can kill the parasite. Since washing alone cannot guarantee Cyclospora removal, cook produce to a temperature of at least 158 °F (70°C).
  • Learn which foods are more likely to contain the parasite Cyclospora and ways to prevent getting cyclosporiasis.
  • Stay up to date on food recalls and outbreaks.

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