What we know about past outbreaks linked to #cyclospora, the parasite that can lead to ‘explosive diarrhea’
by Katrina Venture, July 13, 2026
Except: "The gut-churning parasite has been found in fresh produce such as:
- Parsley
- Cilantro
- Snow peas
- Mesclun lettuce
- Spinach
- Salad mixes
- Raspberries, blueberries and blackberries
Goldberg said a feature all these food items have in common is rough, irregular surfaces, which make it easier for the parasite to hide in crevices and latch on, making them difficult to fully clean.
Cyclospora does not spread through human-to-human transmission and is passed on through contaminated food.
“The way this spreads is from a person having diarrhea and some of that material getting into either food prep or food service,” said Goldberg.
Cyclospora infections are seasonal, with cases rising in spring and summer. The #cyclosporiasis season runs from May 1 to Aug. 31.
FDA investigations of foodborne illness outbreaks have recorded 21 cases related to Cyclospora outbreaks since 2013. The most common food items are fresh herbs and leafy vegetables found in salad mixes."
https://www.wmtw.com/article/cyclospora-outbreak-foods-cdc-data/71836151
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