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Cyclospora outbreak: Restaurants seeing slump in sales after removing lettuce from menus
Summary by The Piney Point Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Daniel Miller , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News
· July 30, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway Details about the outbreak and its impact on local businesses are available from FOX 26 Houston.
A cyclospora outbreak has been linked to shredded lettuce, affecting local eateries and restaurant chains. As a result, these establishments are experiencing a decline in customer visits and facing inventory challenges. The outbreak has prompted restaurants to remove lettuce from their menus, which is likely contributing to the slump in sales.
Details about the outbreak and its impact on local businesses are available from FOX 26 Houston. Further information on the cyclospora outbreak and its effects on restaurants in the area can be found through the source, providing more insight into the situation.
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Category: business ·
Published: July 30, 2026 ·
Source: FOX 26 Houston (KRIV) - News ·
Reading time: 1 min
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