Most Americans are keeping track of the cyclospora outbreak, with about 40% reducing their consumption of produce. Women are slightly more inclined than men to cut back, and older individuals are doing so more than younger ones.
This health issue is capturing similar levels of public interest as the ongoing conflict with Iran. People closely monitoring the cyclospora news are notably more likely to consume less produce.
Confidence in the Food and Drug Administration’s (FDA) response is varied. While more people are confident than not in the FDA, a small number express strong confidence. Political affiliation influences these perceptions; Republicans show more confidence in the FDA than Democrats.
The CBS News/YouGov survey gathered insights from a nationally representative group of 2,193 U.S. adults between July 22-24, 2026. The sample was adjusted to reflect national demographics, including gender, age, race, education, and the 2024 presidential vote. The margin of error is ±2.7 points.