FDA still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result
- Posted on July 20, 2026
- By The Toronto Star
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In brief
U.S. health authorities continue their investigation into Taylor Farms lettuce as the primary suspect in a multi-state parasitic outbreak causing severe gastrointestinal illness. Despite encountering complications with laboratory testing procedures, federal regulatory bodies maintain their investigative focus on the produce supplier. Health officials are working to trace contamination sources and prevent further cases while managing the evolving public health crisis.
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FDA still focused on lettuce supplier as source of parasite, despite faulty test result
WASHINGTON (AP) — Federal health officials said Monday they remain focused on lettuce from Taylor Farms as the source of a multistate outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite, despite inaccurate test
