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Food Insecurity in the U.S. Surpasses Pandemic Levels

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A New York Fed survey reveals higher food insecurity in the U.S. now than during the COVID-19 pandemic, with 10% of families skipping meals and 16% relying on donations, exacerbated by economic strain and rising food prices.

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Federal officials reaffirmed Taylor Farms iceberg lettuce from Central Mexico as the Cyclospora outbreak source, despite a false positive test that caused confusion. The FDA denied apologizing to Taylor Farms, emphasizing that epidemiological data supports the recall. The recall's vagueness and a delayed food traceability rule are raising concerns.

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Cyclospora Outbreak Source Remains Unknown After FDA False Positive

The source of a Cyclospora illness outbreak affecting over 1,600 people remains unknown after the FDA declared a previous positive test on Taylor Farms de Mexico lettuce a false positive. Despite the false positive, the FDA maintains its recall recommendation for Taylor Farms' Mexican-grown iceberg lettuce, based on epidemiological data.

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The FDA clarified its cyclosporiasis outbreak investigation, stating a false positive for cyclospora in a Taylor Farms de Mexico lettuce sample doesn't change its conclusion linking the outbreak to shredded iceberg lettuce from central Mexico. The agency continues to advise against eating recalled lettuce, causing consumer confusion and temporary sales dips for restaurants.

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