Record cyclosporiasis outbreak tests the response of a 'weakened' health system

A record number of cyclosporiasis cases this year has exposed the vulnerabilities in the U.S. health system, especially after the Trump administration's funding cuts to federal health agencies. This outbreak highlights the strain on state and local food-safety responses and federal oversight, raising concerns about the ability to tackle future public health crises. The implications are significant, suggesting that reduced funding may lead to slower, less effective responses to outbreaks, putting public health at risk.