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Cyclospora outbreak hits Florida with 60-plus cases as investigations continue

Health officials say about 60 Florida cases of cyclosporiasis linked to cyclospora have been reported this summer, with Broward, Miami-Dade, Palm Beach, Orange, and Lee counties affected; nationwide cases exceed 1,000. The parasite is contracted through contaminated food or water, with a 2–14 day incubation and symptoms like explosive diarrhea, cramps, nausea, fatigue, and fever. No single source has been identified yet; diagnosis relies on stool testing and antibiotics such as Bactrim DS. Producers should wash produce and, when possible, cook it. The very young, elderly, pregnant, and immunocompromised are at higher risk, and persistent diarrhea warrants medical care.

via Sun Sentinel|

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Cyclospora Surge Expands Across 31 States as Summer Produce Heats Up

A surge of cyclosporiasis has sickened more than 3,100 people in 31 states this spring and summer, with Michigan, Ohio, New York, Illinois and North Carolina reporting the highest numbers. The CDC says there is no confirmed single multistate outbreak yet and investigations are ongoing, though many cases are linked to fresh produce contaminated with Cyclospora cayetanensis. Infections typically cause explosive, watery diarrhea and other GI symptoms, can last weeks, and while most healthy people recover with antibiotics, at least 86 hospitalizations have occurred and true case numbers are likely higher due to underreporting. Officials urge proper handling and washing of produce and cooking when possible; cyclosporiasis season usually runs May–August.

via TODAY.com|

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Cyclospora Outbreak Expands Across 31 States as Produce-Linked Illnesses Surge

Nearly 3,000 people across 31 states have fallen ill with cyclosporiasis, a foodborne parasite, with 843 confirmed U.S.-acquired cases and 86 hospitalizations. Michigan reports the most cases (about 1,562), and investigators are trying to determine if multiple outbreaks share a common source. Cyclosporiasis is usually linked to fresh produce and causes severe, explosive watery diarrhea weeks after exposure; treatment is antibiotics (often Bactrim) and fluids, with around 10% requiring hospitalization. No deaths or recalls have been reported, and no single source has been identified yet, though cilantro, lettuce, and other produce have historically been implicated. Outbreaks typically peak in summer and are being actively investigated by health agencies.

via NBC News|

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Cyclospora outbreak drives surge of diarrhoea cases across US states

A Cyclospora parasite outbreak has spread across at least 17 US states, with 145 cases reported May 1–June 16 and nearly 1,000 Michigan cases in a two-week span, though no deaths have been reported. The illness causes frequent, watery, and sometimes explosive diarrhoea and infection comes from contaminated food or water; person-to-person transmission is not typical. The source hasn’t been identified, though past outbreaks have been linked to fresh produce like bagged salads and herbs. Prevention tips include thorough washing of greens and, in some cases, cooking produce; the FDA notes rinsing may be unlikely to remove the parasite, while the CDC still recommends it. Because many infections go untested, the true number is likely higher and about 20 people have been hospitalized so far.”,

via BBC|

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Mom of three battles lingering cyclosporiasis as outbreak grows

A Detroit mom of three was diagnosed with cyclosporiasis after days of nausea, vomiting and fatigue, losing about 10 pounds in five days; her symptoms have lingered for weeks, and her treatment is complicated by a Bactrim allergy, while health officials investigate a rising outbreak tied to contaminated produce.

via USA Today|

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Illinois faces rising cyclosporiasis cases amid multi-state spread

Illinois has reported 141 cyclosporiasis cases so far this year, part of a wider multi-state outbreak tracked by the CDC; Michigan’s outbreak is larger with 572 cases, and 17 states reported cases between May 1 and June 16. Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite and is often linked to contaminated produce (raspberries, basil, cilantro, snow peas, mesclun). The illness can cause watery, sometimes explosive diarrhea and is usually not life-threatening, though cases may go unreported as people recover without care. About 62 Illinois patients had traveled outside the U.S., and authorities suggest washing raw produce (and cooking higher-risk items) to reduce risk while investigators search for a single contamination source.

via Chicago Tribune|

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Cyclospora Surge Hits Michigan as Outbreak Expands

Michigan is seeing a rapid surge in cyclosporiasis, with more than 700 confirmed cases in about 10 days and additional illnesses in other states as FDA and CDC investigate possible contaminated produce sources. Labs are strained by high demand for tests, and some areas may treat patients based on symptoms before confirmatory results. Symptoms include severe diarrhea and abdominal cramps; the parasite is usually killed by proper cooking, and prevention focuses on thorough produce washing and careful handling of fresh fruits and vegetables.

via NBC News|

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Cyclospora: the hidden parasite behind explosive diarrhea from raw produce

Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic parasite that causes cyclosporiasis, usually contracted from contaminated fresh produce or water; it is not typically spread person-to-person, but can trigger weeks of explosive diarrhea and other GI symptoms, diagnosed by stool tests (often multiple samples), with prevention focused on washing produce and safe handling since contamination can occur before produce reaches consumers; outbreaks have been reported in North Carolina and elsewhere, especially during May–August when fresh produce is most imported.

via WRAL|

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NC Records Surge in Cyclospora Cases as CDC Probes Nationwide Outbreak

North Carolina has 69 cyclosporiasis cases since early June 2026, mostly in Wake County, as the CDC probes more than 140 Cyclospora illnesses across 17 states—at least 20 hospitalizations have been reported nationwide; NC has no local hospitalizations and officials say there is no outbreak yet. Investigations point to contaminated fresh produce (often cilantro or parsley), with the source hard to pinpoint due to the produce’s short shelf life and the parasite’s 2–14 day incubation. A 2024 Wake County outbreak linked to a shrimp-and-parsley salad prompted stronger interagency collaboration. Officials advise washing produce thoroughly, seeking care for severe diarrhea, and cooking foods to 165°F to kill pathogens.

via WRAL|

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Cyclospora surge: Michigan leads nationwide cyclosporiasis cases

A spike in cyclosporiasis, a parasite that causes explosive diarrhea, has sickened hundreds and led to at least 20 hospitalizations nationwide, with Michigan reporting more than 170 cases since late June. The CDC and FDA are investigating potential produce-linked sources, but there is no single multi-state outbreak yet. Infections are linked to food eaten in the U.S. (not international travel), and most healthy individuals recover with antibiotics, though symptoms can relapse and risk is higher for the immunocompromised.

via NBC News|

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Wayne County tracks 27 suspected cyclosporiasis cases as Michigan outbreak expands

Wayne County public health officials are monitoring 27 potential cyclosporiasis cases as Southeast Michigan’s outbreak grows to more than 300 sick statewide. Investigators, in collaboration with state and local agencies, are trying to identify the outbreak’s source. Cyclosporiasis is a food- or waterborne intestinal illness linked to contaminated produce; symptoms typically appear 1–2 weeks after exposure and most infections can be treated with antibiotics. Officials advise thorough handwashing, washing and scrubbing produce, refrigerating cut produce, and seeking medical care for persistent diarrhea.

via ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4|

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Cyclospora puzzle: 145 U.S. cases across 17 states with no single outbreak identified

The CDC reports 145 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases caused by Cyclospora across 17 states as of mid‑June 2026, with no evidence of a single nationwide outbreak; symptoms include watery, often explosive diarrhea, abdominal cramps, and weight loss, and 20 hospitalizations have occurred among patients aged 5–86 (median 42); New York has the most cases, followed by Texas and Illinois; multiple multi‑state clusters are under investigation by the CDC, FDA, and state health officials, with the outbreak season running May 1–Aug 31. Seek medical care for testing and treatment if symptoms appear.

via Fox News|

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Monroe County probes Cyclospora outbreak amid rising cases

The Monroe County Health Department is investigating rising Cyclosporiasis cases among residents, linked to infection by Cyclospora cayetanensis from contaminated food or water. The illness is not thought to spread person-to-person; symptoms typically appear 2 days to 2 weeks after exposure and include watery diarrhea, appetite loss, abdominal cramps, and nausea. Officials advise thorough washing of produce, scrubbing firm vegetables and fruits, cutting away damaged areas, refrigerating cut or cooked produce, and seeking medical testing if symptoms occur.

via FOX 2 Detroit|

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Monroe County probes cyclosporiasis cluster; what residents should know

Monroe County health officials are investigating a small cluster of cyclosporiasis cases with illness onsets in the past week. Cyclosporiasis is caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis and is usually spread through contaminated food or water, not person-to-person. Symptoms show up 2–14 days after exposure and can include watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, abdominal cramps, nausea, and low fever; symptoms may last days to over a month. If symptomatic, seek care for stool testing and treatment. Preventive steps include washing produce under running water, scrubbing firm fruits/vegetables, cutting away damaged areas, and refrigerating cut or cooked produce promptly.

via ClickOnDetroit | WDIV Local 4|

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Simple steps to cut your risk of foodborne illness at home

A Lancet study estimates 1.5 million deaths worldwide from foodborne illnesses in 2021, with Salmonella, E. coli, norovirus and Listeria as major culprits. The article offers practical home precautions: refrigerate perishable foods within two hours, avoid undercooked meat and unpasteurized dairy, wash produce, keep cooked foods separate, and stay hydrated if illness occurs. A balanced diet and healthy lifestyle support immunity, and vulnerable groups—children, the elderly, and immunocompromised individuals—face higher risk. Global food-safety systems vary, so personal kitchen hygiene matters greatly.

via CNN|

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