FDA reports new outbreak of explosive diarrhea with 72 cases identified
The FDA is investigating a new outbreak of the foodborne parasite Cyclospora, which has caused 72 cases of severe diarrhea. This marks the sixth such outbreak this year, contributing to a national surge that has already exceeded typical annual case counts.
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The rapid increase in foodborne illness cases highlights significant public health concerns regarding food safety and supply chain contamination.
Continued surge FDA reports new outbreak of explosive diarrhea with 72 cases identified The FDA hasn’t said where the cases are or how they’re linked.
26 This photomicrograph of a fresh stool sample revealed the presence of four Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts in the field of view. Credit: CDC | Melanie Moser This photomicrograph of a fresh stool sample revealed the presence of four Cyclospora cayetanensis oocysts in the field of view. Credit: CDC | Melanie Moser Text settings Story text Size Small Standard Large Width * Standard Wide Links Standard Orange * Subscribers only Learn more Minimize to nav The Food and Drug Administration announced on Wednesday that it’s investigating yet another outbreak of Cyclospora , the unicellular foodborne parasite behind a nationwide surge in explosive watery diarrhea illnesses. The FDA said 72 cases have been identified in this outbreak, but the agency provided no details on the situation.
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