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Michigan reports first US deaths linked to Taco Bell lettuce parasite outbreak

Michigan has reported the first two deaths in the US linked to a cyclospora parasite outbreak. Health officials have identified lettuce from Taco Bell restaurants in nine states as the source of the contamination. The parasite typically causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration, and while rarely fatal, it can be more dangerous for individuals with pre-existing health conditions. AI

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Michigan reports first US deaths linked to Taco Bell lettuce parasite outbreak

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · Associated Press ·

    Michigan reports the first 2 US deaths related to a diarrhoea-causing parasite

    Two people have died in the cyclospora outbreak in Michigan, state health officials announced on Monday, the first deaths confirmed in the US related to the microscopic parasite. The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said both people had underlying health condition…