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Michigan cyclosporiasis outbreak tops 3,700 cases, and restaurants are changing how they operate
By Lauren Kostiuk, Jacob Nagel at WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News
· July 15, 2026
· 2 min read
Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to 3,762 cases since June 22, state health officials said Wednesday.The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said testing on July 13 pointed to lettuce and salad greens as a potential source, though other produce has not been completely rul...
Key takeaway Food safety expert Marler Clark says the parasite is stubborn.
Why this matters in The Detroit
The surge in cyclosporiasis cases is having a tangible impact on Detroit 's food scene, with some restaurants experiencing a noticeable decline in customer traffic. As establishments like 7 Greens take proactive measures to ensure food safety, such as triple-washing produce, it's clear that the outbreak is prompting a reevaluation of standard operating procedures. The fact that 7 Greens sources its greens directly from local farmers may be a mitigating factor, but other restaurants are taking more drastic steps, like Clinton Hometown Pizza, which has removed salads from its menu altogether. As the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continues to investigate the source of the outbreak, Detroit restaurants will likely remain under scrutiny, and their ability to adapt to changing food safety protocols will be crucial to maintaining customer trust and supporting the local economy.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 15, 2026 ·
Source: WDIV ClickOnDetroit (NBC) - Local News ·
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What is this story about? Michigan’s cyclosporiasis outbreak has grown to 3,762 cases since June 22, state health officials said Wednesday.The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services said testing on July 13 pointed to lettuce and salad greens as a potential source, though other produce has not been completely rul...
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