A significant public health moment is marked by federal officials planning to declare an end to a major outbreak. The outbreak has had severe consequences, with numerous hospitalizations and deaths. At least 11,458 people were sickened, and 495 of them were hospitalized. Two deaths were also reported.

The outbreak affected a large area, spanning 20 states. One state was particularly affected, with a high rate of illness.

Further details about the outbreak and its connection to a specific type of lettuce are available from the US Food and Drug Administration and other sources.