Parasitic Outbreak Exposes Flaws in US Food Safety System The recent outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to Taylor Farms' iceberg lettuce has once again highlighted vulnerabilities in the United States' food safety system.
The recall, which affects 27 states, is part of a string of high profile incidents that have raised questions about the efficacy of regulatory agencies and industry commitment to public health.
Since 2018, there have been five major recalls involving leafy greens, suggesting a systemic problem rather than isolated incidents.