HEALTH-USA/CYCLOSPORIASIS

A current cyclosporiasis outbreak has sickened thousands of people across the U.S., resulting in slumping consumer confidence in lettuce and other fresh produce. Despite these health concerns and the widespread nature of the outbreak, lettuce continues to be displayed for sale at grocery stores, including locations in Washington, D.C. The situation highlights a tension between the availability of fresh produce and the public health risks associated with the ongoing spread of the cyclosporiasis infection.