Cyclospora Outbreak Highlights Decline in FDA Foreign Food Inspections
Source Summary
A nationwide Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce has raised concerns about imported food safety. The outbreak coincides with a longer-term trend of declining international inspections by U.S. regulators.
Why it matters
Reduced FDA foreign inspections may limit the agency's ability to detect and prevent contaminated food imports before they reach U.S. consumers.
