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Cyclosporiasis Cases by State: Foodborne Parasitic Illness Continues to Spread
The CDC said clusters are under investigation as officials look for contaminated produce and herbs, with cases likely higher than reported.
- Since May 1, more than 800 cases of cyclosporiasis have been reported in at least 18 states, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, marking a significant seasonal surge of the gastrointestinal parasite.
- The illness spreads through contaminated food or water rather than person-to-person contact, yet authorities have not identified a single source linking all current cases across multiple states.
- Michigan reports more than 700 cases as of July 6, while Illinois has recorded 141 and New York City 301, with officials investigating clusters to identify potential sources.
- Dr. Michael Lin, an infectious disease specialist at Rush University Medical Center, advises those with persistent diarrhea to seek treatment, noting that antibiotics can treat the illness and young children face highest risk.
- Cooking produce remains the most effective prevention, as Kali Kniel, a University of Delaware microbiologist, emphasizes that washing alone cannot eliminate the parasite and residents should prioritize thorough hand and produce sanitation.
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