Cyclospora

An outbreak of stomach infections in the U.S., how the Cyclospora parasite makes people sick, and what researchers know so far about its origins

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An outbreak of stomach infections in the U.S., how the Cyclospora parasite makes people sick, and what researchers know so far about its origins

The United States is currently battling growing cyclospora outbreaks in various states. Researchers say this is the largest such outbreak in the country’s history, and health officials have yet to determine the source. Since May 1, 1,645 cases of parasitic infection have been confirmed in 45 states, with more than 5,100 more cases under investigation.Joel … Read more

Cyclospora outbreak: Is lettuce responsible for more than 3,000 cases of diarrhea in Michigan, Ohio? What did the officials say?

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Health officials are investigating whether lettuce or salad greens may be linked to the growing cyclospora outbreak, but have not identified a specific food, supplier or grower as the source. Finding the source of a Cyclospora outbreak can be more complicated than tracking other foodborne illnesses. (Unsplash/representative) Health officials say an outbreak of cyclospora in … Read more

Everything you need to know about the parasite causing diarrhea in people across America

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A type that causes diarrhea Parasite The virus has infected people in 31 states, with several places reporting an increase in infections over the past two weeks compared with a year ago, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. Symptoms include watery diarrhea, loss of appetite and weight loss, but infected people may … Read more