As cyclospora illnesses surge to record cases, Michigan officials eye lettuce as possible cause

Cyclospora infections in 2026 are on pace to surpass the US record of about 4,700 cases set in 2019.

Michigan officials point to lettuce or salad greens as a possible culprit after over 1,000 patient interviews.

Michigan health department advises consumers to buy whole heads of lettuce, discard outer layers, and wash thoroughly.

Taco Bell voluntarily removed limited ingredients at select restaurants as a precautionary measure.

FDA is continuing traceback investigations on multiple produce items and locations reported by case patients.