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Doctors Urge Produce Washing After Diarrhea-Causing Parasite Outbreak Sickens 145
The CDC said 145 cases were confirmed from May 1 through June 16, and 20 patients were hospitalized.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 145 cases of cyclosporiasis across 17 states between May 1 and June 16, with 20 people hospitalized nationwide.
- Cyclosporiasis, caused by the microscopic Cyclospora parasite, produces watery, explosive diarrhea, cramping, and bloating, prompting health officials to urge thorough washing of fresh produce.
- Reporting a rate 13.5 times higher than normal, Michigan health officials confirmed about 700 cases, with the surge occurring during the parasite's peak season from May through August.
- Tracking 177 cases this year, Ohio Department of Health officials reported 28 hospitalizations; ODH Director Dr. Bruce Vanderhoff noted 171 cases occurred in June with no deaths.
- Health departments are collaborating with federal partners on traceback investigations to identify common exposures, while officials emphasize scrubbing firm produce like melons before consumption.
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The Virginian PilotDiarrhea-causing stomach parasite has cases in Virginia
Across 17 states, including Virginia, 145 cases of a parasite have been reported between May 1 and June 16, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. The actual number of cases is also likely higher than the number…
Virginia reports up to 10 cases of ciclosporiasis, the parasite that is transmitted by poorly washed fruits and vegetables. Nationally, CDCs count 145 infected in 17 states and 20 hospitalized. Doctors ask to extreme the washing of fresh products during the summer.
'Serious illness': Ohio warns of cyclosporiasis outbreak causing explosive diarrhea
Ohio health officials are urging residents to take extra precautions when handling fruits and vegetables to help prevent a disease that can lead to watery, and sometimes explosive, diarrhea.
·Cincinnati, United States
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