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FDA identifies second cyclospora outbreak as US case count reaches record high

Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jay Gray, KXXV (ABC 25) News · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak of cyclosporiasis, with the number of cases of the parasitic intestinal illness already at a record high in the U.S. and growing. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is reporting more than 11,000 cases across 41 states. The init...

Why this matters in The Waco

As the cyclospora outbreak continues to spread across the US, Waco residents should be aware of the potential risks associated with consuming contaminated produce. With the CDC reporting cases in 41 states, it's likely that some of these cases may be localized in McLennan County. The fact that a second wave of the sickness has been identified, with at least 72 cases tied to an unknown source, raises concerns about the effectiveness of current tracing efforts. Given that annual peak infections from the cyclospora parasite typically continue through August, Waco's public health officials should be prepared to handle potential cases and provide guidance to residents on how to protect themselves from the illness. The city's residents should also be vigilant about the source of their produce, especially iceberg lettuce, which has been linked to the initial outbreak.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News · Reading time: 1 min

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FDA identifies second cyclospora outbreak as US case count reaches record high

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