What Happened: The Cyclospora Outbreak in the US
A cyclospora outbreak, a parasite that causes severe gastrointestinal disturbances in humans, has been a challenge for public health authorities in the US. In July, the FDA (Food and Drug Administration) announced a positive test result for cyclospora in shredded iceberg lettuce grown in Mexico for Taylor Farms, a large food producer in the US. However, two days later, the FDA backtracked and described the test as a "false positive"