Spotlight PUBLIC HEALTH Are food recalls on the rise? A look at what the data reveals Dian Zhang USA Today Sep 2, 2026 Sep 2, 2026 0 × Cover Media - Shareable US health officials say iceberg lettuce is generally safe to eat again as an investigation into this summer's cyclosporiasis outbreak continues Prefer us on Google Learn More Facebook Twitter Bluesky WhatsApp SMS Email Print Copy article link Save Iceberg lettuce. Jalapeños. Alfalfa sprouts. Eggs. 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Iceberg Lettuce Considered Safe As Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Investigation Continues US health officials say iceberg lettuce is generally safe to eat again as an investigation into this summer's cyclosporiasis outbreak continues
