foodborne
Americanadjective
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That outbreak has led to bigger questions about the U.S. health system’s ability to track and stamp out foodborne illnesses.
From MarketWatch ● Jul. 18, 2026
Caused by Cyclospora, a foodborne parasite, the outbreak has spread to at least 34 states.
From Slate ● Jul. 17, 2026
US officials on Friday pinned the source of a diarrhea-causing foodborne parasite as shredded iceberg lettuce used by the fast food chain Taco Bell.
From Barron's ● Jul. 17, 2026
Shortages put the onus on states to take more responsibility for foodborne illnesses, said Nancy Glick of the National Consumers League.
From BBC ● Jul. 14, 2026
They point out that pasteurized milk has also been linked to outbreaks, although many scientists say raw milk is associated with a higher occurrence of foodborne illnesses.
From The Wall Street Journal ● Apr. 11, 2026
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