The cyclosporiasis outbreak is still growing in Florida with more cases being confirmed.
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The Florida Department of Health released new numbers on Thursday that showed 342 cases have been reported between May 1 and Aug. 1.
Miami-Dade still leads the state with 47 cases, while Broward has 34.
The statewide figures represent about 100 more cases than there were a week ago. It’s also seven more in Miami-Dade in the past week.
The outbreak, caused by a microscopic parasite found in human feces, is responsible for hundreds of hospitalizations across the country and two deaths since early May, both in Michigan.
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The majority of the cases have been traced to lettuce at Taco Bell that was supplied by Taylor Farms and sourced from central Mexico. Last month, the produce giant issued a voluntary recall of all iceberg lettuce supplied from central Mexico, which the company said was distributed to restaurants and retail stores in 27 states.
The Food and Drug Administration hasn’t yet identified other potential sources beyond Taylor Farms.
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