The Atlantic
America's Produce Aisle Now a Surprise Party for Parasites, Bacteria, and Printing Ink
From parasite-laced lettuce to ink-stained tofu, America's food safety system may be crumbling - but at least the outbreaks aren't worse (yet).
2026-09-02
The Atlantic
2026-08-28
ScienceDaily
UK Study Finds Fungal Toxins in 100% of Plant-Based Meats Tested - Vegans, You're Not Safe
A UK study finds fungal toxins in 100% of plant-based meats and milks tested, but levels are below EU limits - so your veggie burger is probably fine, just don't live on it exclusively.
2026-08-19
BBC Health
UK Salmonella Outbreak: Eggs Suspected, Panic Not Yet Required
UK salmonella outbreak: 207 cases, one death, and a suspicious carton of imported eggs. Cook your eggs, wash your hands, and maybe skip the runny yolk for now.
2026-07-23
The Atlantic
FDA's Cyclosporiasis Response: A Case Study in How Not to Communicate a Parasite Outbreak
The FDA's cyclosporiasis response has been a confusing mess of slow alerts, false positives, and vague warnings, leaving even Taco Bell-loving food safety reporters unsure what's safe to eat.
2026-07-18
The Atlantic
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Solved: It Was the Lettuce, Again, Because of Course It Was
Federal health agencies confirm shredded lettuce from Taco Bell caused the cyclosporiasis outbreak, but the handling was so confusing that Americans still don't know if their salad is safe.
2026-07-14
The Guardian
Michigan Points Finger at Lettuce in Parasite Outbreak, But Funding Cuts Don't Help
Michigan says lettuce might be behind a nasty parasite outbreak - and funding cuts aren't making the investigation any easier.
2026-07-11
The Atlantic
America's Parasite Problem: The Only Way to Avoid Explosive Diarrhea Is to Cook Your Salad
America is in the midst of a cyclosporiasis outbreak, and the only surefire way to avoid it is to cook your salad - welcome to the summer of sad, warm greens.
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