FDA to continue cyclosporiasis investigation as restaurant traffic declines

Federal officials continue to probe a cyclospora outbreak as several national restaurant chains are impacted financially with some reporting noticeable drops in customer foot traffic.

Why the US cyclospora outbreak is difficult to trace

Federal investigators say the cyclospora parasite behind the suspected illnesses of thousands of Americans has been unusually difficult to trace. Experts say it does not leave behind any culturable samples and no genetic fingerprints, which forces officials to rely almost exclusively on patient interviews instead of lab confirmation. 

Cyclosporiasis: FDA says Taylor Farms lettuce sample provided 'false positive'

On Sunday the FDA said that laboratory experts re-reviewed sample results for Cyclospora and found that it was a false positive, in a statement released Sunday.

Cyclosporiasis Michigan outbreak: Cases cross 6,000 this week

Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan continue to be reported, with more than 1,000 new cases reported over the weekend. Here's the latest on the outbreak.

Jennifer Finch, founding L7 bassist and songwriter, dies at 59

Jennifer Finch, the bassist, singer and songwriter best known for her work with pioneering rock band L7, has died at 59 after battling an aggressive form of brain cancer.

Taylor Farms recall: States where lettuce pulled over Cyclospora fears

Taylor Farms de Mexico’s statement detailing the recall on its products that contained iceberg lettuce from central Mexico linked to a Cyclospora outbreak lists what is included, as well as when and where those items were sold. 

Alaska cruise ship reports 3rd stomach illness outbreak in less than three months

A cruise ship that travels off the coast of Alaska during the summer has reported its third outbreak of stomach illnesses on board in less than three months.

Taylor Farms pulls Mexico iceberg lettuce as cyclospora outbreak investigation expands

Taylor Farms said it is voluntarily removing all iceberg lettuce sourced from central Mexico after the FDA linked a cyclosporiasis outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce.

Cyclosporiasis Michigan outbreak: Cases rise to 5,002 Friday

An additional 690 cases were reported on Friday, according to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services – while the hospitalized cases have more than doubled.

Taco Bell responds to fans after pulling lettuce following cyclospora outbreak

Taco Bell responded to fans via X after it pulled lettuce from one of its suppliers as federal investigators continue probing a fast-moving Cyclosporiasis outbreak tied to restaurants in five states.

Detroit auto workers worried about air quality in plants

Some claim it is dangerous inside of the plants, saying the conditions are horrible and that something needs to be done.

Don't eat Michigan Taco Bell lettuce, FDA says

Consumers should avoid eating shredded iceberg lettuce at Taco Bell locations in Michigan, Kentucky, Indiana, Ohio, and West Virginia.

Cyclospora outbreak possibly linked to lettuce from Taco Bell supplier: Report

The possible source of the cyclospora outbreak has been linked to lettuce sold by Taylor Farms to Taco Bell restaurants, according to a report by The Washington Post.

Cyclosporiasis Michigan outbreak: Cases rise to 4,312 Thursday

According to the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services, the hospitalized cases have more than doubled in the past week.

Wildfire smoke engulfs Michigan as bad air quality expected to persist this week

If you can't see it, you can certainly smell it. The scent of a campfire wafted into Southeast Michigan on Wednesday as poor air quality driven by wildfires in Canada engulfed the region, lowing visibility and worsening breathing conditions.

Blood test could help identify people at high risk for Alzheimer's, study suggests

A blood test may help predict whether healthy older adults are likely to develop Alzheimer’s symptoms within five to 10 years, researchers reported Wednesday.

Tylenol autism lawsuits revived by federal appeals court

A federal appeals court has revived more than 500 lawsuits against Tylenol maker Kenvue, ruling that a lower court improperly excluded expert testimony in cases.