More than a week after Taylor Farms recalled iceberg lettuce due to a Cyclospora outbreak, health officials in Michigan are observing signs that the outbreak may be slowing. Although there was a recent spike in reported cases—mostly due to delayed lab results—fewer emergency visits for diarrhea and declining lab positivity rates suggest improvement. However, the situation remains serious, with over 10,000 cases and limitations on testing in hospitals. Efforts are ongoing to investigate other potential sources of contamination, and health officials advise continued food safety practices and prompt medical consultation for symptoms.
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