“An outbreak involving a parasitic infection (called Cyclosporiasis) is, quote, large and growing in Michigan, where more than 300 cases have been confirmed, and the CDC is monitoring cases in 17 other states”
There have been 145 more cases in the US across 17 states with 20 hospitalizations
Cyclospora cayetanensis is a microscopic parasite. It spreads via contaminated food or water. Often by fresh produce like cilantro, basil, raspberries, snow peas, or leafy greens
- Main symptom: Severe, watery and sometimes explosive diarrhea
- Others: Loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps, bloating and gas, nausea, fatigue, low-grade fever, body aches
Symptoms can last weeks
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