Michigan health officials warn of ‘large and growing outbreak’ of cyclosporiasis
Health officials report a growing outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing severe gastrointestinal symptoms across multiple U.S. states.
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A parasitic infection identified as cyclosporiasis is spreading across the United States. Michigan health officials have characterized the situation as a large and growing outbreak, while reports of cases have also surfaced in Pennsylvania, Texas, and throughout the Midwest.
Coverage from outlets including The New York Times, ABC News, NBC News, The Detroit News, The Hill, and USA Today emphasizes that the CDC is currently investigating the clusters to identify the source of the parasite. Reports highlight the severe nature of the gastrointestinal symptoms associated with the infection.
Future updates will depend on the CDC’s ongoing investigation into the origin of the parasite. Coverage does not yet specify the exact number of nationwide cases or the specific food or environmental source linked to the illnesses.
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Quick answers
What is the cause of the illness?
The illnesses are linked to a parasite known as Cyclospora, causing a condition identified as cyclosporiasis.
Which areas are affected?
Outbreaks have been reported in Michigan, Pennsylvania, Texas, and various other states across the Midwest and the broader U.S.
Has the source of the parasite been identified?
No, the source remains under investigation by the CDC.
Coverage (11)
- Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S. The New York Times · 13h ago
- ‘Explosive' diarrhea: 19 cases of parasite-linked illness reported in Pa. NBC10 Philadelphia · 13h ago
- Michigan parasitic outbreak spreads The Detroit News · 13h ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 21h ago
- ‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness reported across US. See map of affected states USA Today · 21h ago
- Cases of ‘explosive diarrhea' infections spread in U.S., with major Midwest outbreak NBC 5 Chicago · 21h ago
- Mystery parasite leaves Americans battling ‘explosive diarrhea’ as CDC investigates Fox News · 21h ago
- Cyclospora is showing up in Texas again Click2Houston · 21h ago
- Cases of ‘explosive diarrhea' infections spread in U.S., with major Midwest outbreak NBC 5 Chicago · 1d ago
- CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states The Hill · 1d ago
- ‘Explosive Diarrhea Parasite’ Is on the Rise in the US. These States Have the Most Cases, CDC Says TODAY.com · 1d ago
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