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Florida Cyclospora Cases Jump by Nearly 100; 254 Now Reported
Health officials say summer cases rose sharply as investigators examine contaminated food and water sources linked to the parasite.
- On Thursday, the Florida Department of Health reported 254 cyclosporiasis cases across 39 counties since May 1, marking a significant surge in the gastrointestinal infection.
- Federal investigations by the Food and Drug Administration and CDC linked the outbreak to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms de Mexico, which issued a voluntary recall on July 17.
- Nationwide, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 6,707 confirmed cases in 45 states since May 1, with more than 11,500 additional unconfirmed cases primarily in Michigan and Ohio.
- Dr. Shalika Katugaha, System Medical Director of Infectious Disease at Baptist Health, said treatment involves 7 to 10 days of antibiotics like "Bactrim or Septra," urging immediate care for prolonged symptoms.
- Seasonal trends suggest cases may continue through August; the CDC recommends washing produce thoroughly or cooking items to at least 158 degrees to reduce infection risks.
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Cyclosporiasis outbreak: Florida cases up to 264; county-by-county breakdown
The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and the U.S. Food & Drug Administration (FDA) are investigating several outbreaks of Cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection that can lead to frequent and watery diarrhea.
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