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Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Decline in FDA Foreign Inspections

A cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has raised concerns about the decline in FDA inspections of foreign food sources, which have decreased by nearly 35% since 2019. The FDA's ability to conduct inspections has been impacted by staffing shortages and reorganizations, leading to questions about food safety oversight. The agency is currently evaluating its inspection processes and the effectiveness of its methods in ensuring food safety.

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A cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has raised concerns about the decline in FDA inspections of foreign food sources, which have decreased by nearly 35% since 2019. The FDA's ability to conduct inspections has been impacted by staffing shortages and reorganizations, leading to questions about food safety oversight. The agency is currently evaluating its inspection processes and the effectiveness of its methods in ensuring food safety.

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Cyclospora outbreak followed years of declining FDA foreign inspections

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Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Decline in FDA Foreign Inspections