A recent survey reveals that the cyclospora outbreak is leading many Americans to cut back on produce consumption, with confidence in the FDA’s response remaining mixed.
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❓ WHAT HAPPENED: A CBS News/YouGov poll found that most Americans are following news about the cyclospora outbreak at least somewhat closely, with nearly as many paying attention to the parasite as to the conflict with Iran. About four in 10 respondents said they are buying or eating less produce because of the outbreak. Women were slightly more likely than men to report cutting back on produce, and older adults were more likely than younger adults to do so. 📺 DETAIL: Those following news of the outbreak most closely were especially likely to have changed their eating habits. Public confidence in the U.S. Food and Drug Administration‘s ability to respond to the outbreak was divided, with more Americans expressing confidence than a lack of confidence, though relatively few said they had a great deal of trust in the agency. The survey also found a partisan divide, with Republicans more likely than Democrats to express confidence in the FDA‘s handling of the outbreak. The CBS News/YouGov survey was conducted July 22–24, 2026, among a nationally representative sample of 2,193 U.S. adults. 📈 DATA: The survey’s margin of error is ±2.7 points, and the sample was weighted to reflect U.S. Census data on gender, age, race, education, and 2024 presidential vote patterns. 🎯 IMPACT: The outbreak is influencing Americans’ dietary habits, potentially affecting the produce industry. |
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