Where People Got Sick: Cyclospora Outbreak, July 2026

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CDC, FDA, and public health officials in several states are investigating a multistate outbreak of Cyclospora  infections linked to iceberg lettuce in 15 states.

Where people got sick

This map shows where at least 6,358 people in 15 states in this multistate Cyclospora outbreak reported getting sick. The numbers on this map show the locations where people reported exposure to Taco Bell or recalled Taylor Farms de Mexico lettuce, including people who traveled to these states but reside in different states.

This outbreak may not be limited to the states with known illnesses, and the true number of sick people is likely much higher than the number reported. This is because many people recover without medical care and are not tested for Cyclospora.

CDC is also investigating other outbreaks and illnesses of cyclosporiasis nationally from other sources that are unrelated to this outbreak.

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National Center for Emerging and Zoonotic Infectious Diseases (NCEZID)
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Published: July 16, 2026
Updated: August 5, 2026

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Reviewed: August 5, 2026

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