Cyclospora Outbreak Sparks Nationwide Diarrhea Panic on Social Media
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Thousands in the U.S. are sickened by Cyclospora, with CDC estimates near 7,000 (Michigan alone over 4,300), while social media amplifies fear and misattribution about the parasite; diagnosis is challenging because Cyclospora isn’t routinely tested, but it’s treatable with antibiotics like Bactrim/Septra, and thorough washing of produce can reduce risk.
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