But available information shows only a small number of documented outbreaks in the last 20 years have surpassed 1,000 cases.
The source of the current outbreak is unknown, but certain types of fresh produce have historically been the culprit.
The illness is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads via food or water contaminated with ...
Cases of cyclosporiasis continue to climb rapidly as 13 new states reported infections. See map tracking the spread.
Cyclospora symptoms — which typically begin approximately a week after exposure — include stomach issues such as severe ...
Simply washing fruits and vegetables with water might not be enough to remove the parasite behind the U.S. outbreak.
Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ continues to spread across the US – these states are being hit hardest - Infections ...
As of June 16, the CDC reports 145 cases were reported in people who acquired cyclosporiasis in the United States. Cases were ...
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Parasite that causes explosive diarrhea infects 22 in Kansas
TOPEKA (KSNT) – A parasite that causes people to have explosive diarrhea has sickened more than 20 people across Kansas as ...
Michigan alone has reported more than 700 cases of cyclosporiasis, often linked to fresh produce. Why haven't we found the ...
What you should know about the causes and symptoms of cyclosporiasis, and how to lower your risk.
Cases of an intestinal parasite that causes explosive diarrhea have exploded in Ohio. But it's not the only foodborne illness ...
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