Taco Bell Lettuce, Cases and More Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Updates
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 17, 2026
FDA investigators traced the tainted lettuce to a single Mexican supplier, as Michigan’s case count tops 4,300 and the White House defends its response.
Everything You Need to Know about Medicare Coverage for GLP-1s
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 16, 2026
A new Medicare pilot covers GLP-1 weight loss drugs for a flat $50 monthly copay — but only through 2027.
What to Do If Your Diet Is Mostly Produce amid Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 10, 2026
Doctors say canned and frozen produce are nutritionally comparable to fresh and completely sidestep the parasite behind the current outbreak.
Diagnosed with Cyclosporiasis, Mom of 3 Shares Symptoms That Have ‘Lingered and Lingered’
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 9, 2026
She lost 10 pounds in five days and still can’t stomach anything but toast — one Detroit mom’s ordeal shows how brutal this outbreak can get.
Are You Getting the Right Cholesterol Test? Millions May Not Be, Study Says
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 8, 2026
A protein-based blood test called apoB may catch heart attack and stroke risks that standard LDL cholesterol screenings often overlook, new research shows.
What New Data Says About US Life Expectancy
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on July 2, 2026
US death rates fell 4.6% in 2025 to a record low, even as heart disease and cancer stayed the top killers.
What Is Cyclosporiasis? Parasite Sickens More Than 150 People in Michigan
Kristen Jordan Shamus, Sara Moniuszko and Detroit Free Press on July 1, 2026
A single case on June 22 exploded into a seven-county outbreak within days, with 14 hospitalized and the contamination source still unidentified.
Infant Formula Sold at Target Recalled Due to Botulism Concerns
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on June 14, 2026
Three infants in California, Pennsylvania, and Washington were hospitalized for botulism after drinking the formula — and the CDC warns symptoms can appear up to a month later.
A Blood Test for Colon Cancer Screening? What These New Guidelines Say
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on May 27, 2026
The American Cancer Society now recommends blood tests for colorectal cancer screening, but a shake-up at the federal advisory panel leaves insurance coverage for the new option in question.
EPA to Roll Back Regulations on ‘Forever Chemicals’ in Water. What’s Next
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on May 19, 2026
The EPA is rescinding Biden-era PFAS limits and restarting the regulatory process from scratch, potentially letting water utilities delay full compliance until 2031.
Napping May Be a Warning Sign of Health Issues in Older Adults, Study Finds
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on April 21, 2026
A 19-year study of more than 1,300 adults found that morning naps and longer daytime sleep are tied to higher all-cause mortality rates — and wearable devices may be the key to catching the decline early.
RFK Jr. Takes Action on Microplastics, PFAS in Water. Here’s What to Know.
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on April 2, 2026
For the first time, the EPA is adding microplastics and pharmaceuticals to its official contaminant watchlist.
Rectal Cancer Is on the Rise. Here’s How It’s Affecting Young People.
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on March 3, 2026
After decades of decline, rectal cancer is rising across all adult age groups, with a particularly concerning impact on younger generations.
Middle-Aged Men May Be Aging Faster Due to ‘Forever Chemicals’
Sara Moniuszko and USA TODAY on March 1, 2026
A new study suggests that middle-aged men may be aging faster due to the presence of specific ‘forever chemicals’ in their blood.
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