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Is it safe to eat lettuce yet? What to know as cyclosporiasis outbreak lingers
Summary by The Waco Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Jacqueline Howard , as published by KXXV (ABC 25) News
· August 31, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key points The US Food and Drug Administration has stated that recalled products are no longer available. Food safety concerns surrounding lettuce remain.
Food safety concerns surrounding lettuce remain. An outbreak of cyclosporiasis has been linked to iceberg lettuce. People are advised to exercise caution when consuming this type of lettuce.
The US Food and Drug Administration has stated that recalled products are no longer available. However, consumers should still be aware of the initial recall and take general food safety precautions.
Further information is available for those seeking to understand the current situation and any potential risks associated with eating lettuce. Consumers can take steps to protect themselves by being mindful of the products they consume.
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Published: August 31, 2026 ·
Source: KXXV (ABC 25) News ·
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What is this story about? Food safety concerns surrounding lettuce remain. An outbreak of cyclosporiasis has been linked to iceberg lettuce. People are advised to exercise caution when consuming this type of lettuce. The US…
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