The Centers for Disease Control announced that a multistate cyclospora outbreak has expanded to nine states, with health officials warning that the outbreak remains uncontrolled. The announcement comes as a separate salmonella outbreak linked to eggs has raised additional food safety concerns among consumers.
Food safety experts have expressed worry about the scope and response to the current outbreaks. Some experts point to cuts in the public health system as factors that have affected the speed and effectiveness of outbreak response efforts. There are concerns among officials that future foodborne illness outbreaks could pose even greater risks to public health.
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