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Federal health agencies have connected an E. coli outbreak to a raw milk cheese brand, according to the CDC and FDA. The announcement has put a spotlight on the risks of unpasteurized dairy products, with news outlets including ABC News and KAKE reporting the link. Consumers are being urged to check whether products they have purchased are affected.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is currently monitoring four active foodborne illness outbreaks in the United States. The agency has not released full details in this notice, but such investigations typically involve identifying contaminated food sources, tracing distribution chains, and advising the public on recalled products. Health officials urge consumers to follow food safety guidance and watch for updates on affected items.

The CDC has reported more than 11,500 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, across 41 US states. The foodborne infection, often linked to contaminated produce, causes diarrhea and flu-like symptoms. Health officials are monitoring the widespread outbreak, and news coverage is drawing attention to food safety and symptoms to watch for.