Cyclospora boosts fears that deadlier foodborne outbreaks are ahead


A parasite called cyclospora has sickened thousands of people across at least 41 states and prompted waves of headlines about weeks-long "explosive diarrhea". But as Guardian health contributor and reporter Melody Schreiber tells host Carter Sherman, Donald Trump's cuts to the CDC and FDA have kneecapped the agencies' ability to contain the dangerous outbreak – which is now growing rapidly.
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A parasite called cyclospora has sickened thousands of people across at least 41 states and prompted waves of headlines about weeks-long "explosive diarrhea". But as Guardian health contributor and reporter Melody Schreiber tells host Carter Sherman, Donald Trump's cuts to the CDC and FDA have kneecapped the agencies' ability to contain the dangerous outbreak – which is now growing rapidly. Melody and Carter trace one food supplier's role in the outbreak, discuss the future of public health and reveal tips for safe eating and cooking.Read Melody Schreiber's reporting in the Guardian about cyclospora:Confusing product recall adds to US cyclospora outbreak uncertaintyCDC cuts leave US less prepared for disease outbreaks, former officials warn Continue reading...
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- What's the story?
- A parasite called cyclospora has sickened thousands of people across at least 41 states and prompted waves of headlines about weeks-long "explosive diarrhea". But as Guardian health contributor and reporter Melody Schreiber tells host Carter Sherman, Donald Trump's cuts to the CDC and FDA have kneecapped the agencies' ability to contain the dangerous outbreak – which is now growing rapidly.
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How Trump made it harder to fight the cyclospora outbreak – Stateside with Kai and Carter
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The Hill
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Consolidated food supply may be worsening cyclospora outbreaks, experts say
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CNBC Top News