Central Mexican lettuce region possibly linked to U.S. Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened thousands

Investigators are examining a lettuce-producing area in central Mexico. The region may be connected to a Cyclospora outbreak in the United States. The outbreak has caused illness in thousands of Americans. Health officials are tracing the pathogen to imported produce. Local growers fear they will be blamed for the spread. A resident expressed that Mexicans are often scapegoated. The investigation highlights vulnerabilities in food supply chains. Authorities aim to confirm the source and prevent further cases.