Denton County reports two cyclosporiasis cases; explosive diarrhea parasite linked to infections as summer begins
Public health agencies are reporting clusters of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic stomach illness, across multiple states as summer activity begins.
Questions people are asking
What is cyclosporiasis?
It is an illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which leads to stomach distress including explosive diarrhea.
Where have cases been reported?
As of July 9, 2026, reports have identified cases in Denton County, Texas; Marion County, Indiana; and Wisconsin.
Is a specific food source responsible?
Coverage does not yet specify a singular food source for the current outbreaks, though historical links to specific foods are being discussed.
What happened
Cases of the parasitic infection cyclosporiasis have been confirmed in Denton County, Texas, Marion County, Indiana, and Wisconsin. The parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is associated with symptoms including explosive diarrhea and general gastrointestinal distress.
Coverage from Fox 59, KSAT, News4JAX, FOX6 News Milwaukee, and WFAA highlights the geographical spread of the illness. Reporting focuses on identifying the parasite, documenting case counts in affected jurisdictions, and referencing foods historically linked to outbreaks of the disease.
Future reports from the CDC and local health departments are expected to provide further details regarding specific food sources and the total number of confirmed infections nationwide. Coverage does not yet specify if the current cases are linked to a singular contaminated food supply.
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Sources (5)
- 15 cases of explosive diarrhea illness cyclosporiasis found in Marion County Fox 59 · 44d ago
- What is Cyclospora cayetanensis? CDC reports parasite causing stomach illness across US, including Texas KSAT · 46d ago
- Cyclospora parasite: Symptoms, how it spreads, foods linked to past outbreaks News4JAX · 46d ago
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak, Wisconsin impacted; foods possibly affected FOX6 News Milwaukee · 46d ago
- Denton County reports two cyclosporiasis cases; explosive diarrhea parasite linked to infections as summer begins WFAA · 46d ago
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