Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. stated that the ongoing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, caused by the cyclospora parasite, is 'under control.' This announcement came one day after the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) reversed its previous decision regarding a 27-state recall of shredded iceberg lettuce, labeling the reported product a 'false positive.' Experts have warned that infections may continue to rise despite the health secretary's comments.
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. States Cyclospora Outbreak is Under Control
Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. declared that the cyclospora outbreak is currently under control. This statement follows the FDA's reversal of a recall on shredded iceberg lettuce, which it now considers a false positive, even as experts caution that infection rates may still increase.
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RFK Jr says cyclospora outbreak is ‘under control’ after FDA recall reversal
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Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. States Cyclospora Outbreak is Under Control