Cyclosporiasis cases in Michigan surpass 2,600, health officials say
Cyclosporiasis infections are climbing across multiple states, with national case counts reaching at least 2,800.
The story so far
A parasitic outbreak causing severe gastrointestinal symptoms is spreading across the United States. Reports indicate that national totals have surpassed 2,800 cases as of mid-July 2026.
Coverage from The Guardian, The Hill, KOKH, and WZTV highlights state-specific data, including 11 cases in Oklahoma, up to 30 in Tennessee, and up to 80 in Kentucky. Future updates from the CDC are expected to clarify the extent of the geographic spread.
Ongoing monitoring will track whether additional states report new infections as the situation develops.
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Sources (8)
- Cyclosporiasis case in Fresno County not linked to outbreak, officials say ABC30 Fresno · 45d ago
- Cyclospora Cases Rise Rapidly, With No Source Yet Confirmed The New York Times · 47d ago
- Diarrhoea-inducing Cyclospora outbreak spreads across US ABC News & Headlines – Australian Broadcasting Corporation · 47d ago
- Hamilton County health officials report more cyclosporiasis cases WLWT · 47d ago
- US outbreak of parasite causing ‘watery diarrhea’ rises to more than 2,800 cases The Guardian · 48d ago
- Map: Cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea illness continue to climb The Hill · 48d ago
- CDC: Oklahoma records 11 cases of cyclosporiasis in 2026 KOKH · 48d ago
- Up to 30 people suffering from cyclospora in Tennessee, up to 80 Kentucky cases says CDC WZTV · 48d ago
The obvious questions
What is the primary symptom of this outbreak?
Reports describe the illness as causing watery or explosive diarrhea.
How many cases have been identified?
National reporting indicates the number of cases has risen to more than 2,800.
Which states have provided specific case counts?
Current coverage identifies confirmed or reported cases in Michigan, Oklahoma, Tennessee, and Kentucky.
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