Michigan health officials warn of ‘large and growing outbreak’ of cyclosporiasis
Health officials warn of a 'large and growing' cyclosporiasis outbreak causing severe gastrointestinal illness across 17 U.S. states.
The obvious questions
How many states are affected by the cyclosporiasis outbreak?
The parasitic infection has been reported in 17 states.
Which specific foods are mentioned as potential risks?
According to coverage from WOAI, officials have warned of parasite risks associated with salads and berries.
Where are some of the highest concentrations of cases located?
Southeast Michigan has seen the largest rise in cases within that state, and Corpus Christi is reported as having the most cases in Texas.
The story so far
A parasitic infection causing "explosive diarrhea" is spreading across the United States. Health officials have identified cases in 17 states, with significant activity reported in Michigan, Texas, Pennsylvania, Wisconsin, New Jersey, and the Midwest region. Coverage from the CDC, ABC News, and The New York Times emphasizes the scale of the outbreak, while local outlets like The Detroit News and Chron note specific hotspots in Southeast Michigan and Corpus Christi, Texas.
NBC10 Philadelphia reports 19 cases in Pennsylvania. Some reports, including WOAI, warn that the parasite may be present on berries and salads. CDC investigators are currently looking into the mystery parasite.
Future coverage is expected to focus on the map of affected states and the identification of contaminated food sources.
Synthesized by Newsylist from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 41d ago.
Who reported it (20)
- 2 cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea parasite reported in Hillsborough County WFLA · 40d ago
- Southeast Mich. sees largest rise in cyclosporiasis cases in the state The Detroit News · 42d ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection reported in 17 states ABC11 News · 44d ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection reported in 17 states ABC7 Chicago · 44d ago
- ‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite on the rise in U.S., reported in 17 states WBAL-TV · 44d ago
- As July 4th cookouts begin, officials warn of parasite risk on salads and berries WOAI · 44d ago
- Explosive diarrhea? Why cyclosporiasis may not be to blame Lansing State Journal · 44d ago
- Corpus Christi home to the most diarrhea parasite cases in Texas Chron · 44d ago
- Man Rescued After 8 Days Trapped Under Earthquake Rubble The Daily Beast · 46d ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection reported in 17 states, including Pennsylvania and New Jersey 6abc Philadelphia · 46d ago
- CDC reports a rise in parasites that cause explosive diarrhea affecting Wisconsin WMTV 15 NEWS · 46d ago
- ‘Explosive' diarrhea: 19 cases of parasite-linked illness reported in Pa. NBC10 Philadelphia · 46d ago
- Michigan parasitic outbreak spreads The Detroit News · 46d ago
- Clusters of Severe Stomach Illness Reported Across the U.S. The New York Times · 46d ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection outbreak spreading in Michigan, health officials say ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 46d ago
- ‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness reported across US. See map of affected states USA Today · 46d ago
- Cases of ‘explosive diarrhea' infections spread in U.S., with major Midwest outbreak NBC 5 Chicago · 46d ago
- Mystery parasite leaves Americans battling ‘explosive diarrhea’ as CDC investigates Fox News · 46d ago
- Cyclospora is showing up in Texas again Click2Houston · 46d ago
- ‘Explosive Diarrhea Parasite’ Is on the Rise in the US. These States Have the Most Cases, CDC Says TODAY.com · 47d ago broke it first
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