Former Trump Food Official Calls for Independent Review of Federal Government Response to Cyclospora Outbreak

Former FDA official: cyclospora response mismanaged to ‘catastrophic’ level

Former FDA official: cyclospora response mismanaged to ‘catastrophic’ level Today in No Sh-t, Sherlock News: a former FDA official says that the cyclospora outbreak “is starting to approach a catastrophic level in terms of how mismanaged

You wash your vegetables — but is that enough to kill Cyclospora?

Can washing fruits and vegetables prevent Cyclospora infection? Experts explain after a US outbreak linked to contaminated shredded lettuce sickened over 4,000 people.

Cyclospora outbreak response near "catastrophic" level: Ex-FDA official

The criticism comes as federal health officials investigate multiple cyclospora outbreaks nationwide.

Trump Mocks Question On Cyclospora Outbreak: 'I Haven't Thought About It'

Trump mocked Fox's Peter Doocy for asking him when it was going to be safe to eat lettuce again.

Former Trump food official calls for independent review of federal government response to Cyclospora outbreak

Former Food and Drug Administration (FDA) Deputy Commissioner Frank Yiannas, who served under both President Trump and former President Biden, criticized the federal government’s handling of a Cyclospora outbreak that has impacted thousands of Americans. In an interview with Politico, Yiannas called for an independent review of the government’s response to this outbreak and cited…

A Food Safety Expert Explains How to Wash Produce to Reduce Cyclospora Risk

Fact checked by Elizabeth GallWashing fresh produce under cold running water can help reduce dirt and germs, but it can’t guarantee removal of parasites like Cyclospora.Credit: Vachilavit Sanameang / Getty ImagesKey TakeawaysAlways wash fresh produce under cold running water and use your hands to agitate the surface.Avoid using water baths, as they can spread bacteria to other produce. Dish soap or vegetable washes may leave residue and may not …