Mapped: Cases of ‘explosive diarrhea’ cyclosporiasis are soaring
Cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection causing severe gastrointestinal distress, are rising across more than 40 U.S. states. Health officials have not yet identified the specific source of the contaminated produce or water causing the outbreak.
Why it matters
The rapid spread of a foodborne illness across multiple states poses a significant public health challenge and highlights vulnerabilities in the food supply chain.
There are more than 6,000 cases across over 40 states including Michigan, New York and Ohio
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