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Lettuce sells out at farmers market amid concerns over ‘explosive diarrhea’ outbreak
Summary by The Midland Editorial Desk James Felton, Jordan Gartner , as published by KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS)
· July 15, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The situation is being monitored, with 3,762 confirmed cases reported statewide in Michigan.
A parasite outbreak in Michigan has led to concerns over lettuce and leafy greens. The Michigan Department of Health has identified these products as a potential source of the outbreak. In Midland , Michigan, residents are changing where they shop for produce due to the outbreak.
Some are opting for locally sourced options, but even these are selling out quickly. Further details on the outbreak are available from the Michigan Department of Health and local news sources. The situation is being monitored, with 3,762 confirmed cases reported statewide in Michigan.
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Category: business Published: July 15, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? A parasite outbreak in Michigan has led to concerns over lettuce and leafy greens. The Michigan Department of Health has identified these products as a potential source of the outbreak. In Midland…
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