AGP Executive Report
Last update: 11 hours agoCyclosporiasis Update: Alabama health officials say confirmed cyclosporiasis cases have risen to 28 statewide, with 22 in the Northern District and two hospitalizations reported—no deaths. Food Safety Guidance: ADPH notes most cases are tied to contaminated fresh produce and that federal partners are still investigating a national outbreak linked to certain lots of shredded iceberg lettuce served at Taco Bell locations in Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and West Virginia; Alabama cases have not been directly linked so far, but the recall remains in place. What to Do Now: Wash hands well, handle produce carefully, and keep following recall instructions while investigations continue. Local Impact: In Ozark, a community center serving children has avoided lettuce on its menu amid the outbreak. Research Watch: A new genome-mapping tool aims to fix a hidden bias in a popular lab method, potentially improving how scientists study gene activity in health and disease.
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