More than 170 sickened in parasitic illness outbreak in Michigan
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More than 170 people have been sickened in a large and growing outbreak of a parasitic diarrheal illness in Michigan, far above the number of cases typically reported in the state over an entire year, health officials say. No source has been identified.
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A concerning outbreak of cyclosporiasis linked to the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis has sickened at least 145 people across 20 states, with New York reporting the highest number of cases. The infections, reported between May and June 16, have affected individuals ranging in age from 5 to 86 years…
LANSING, Mich. — The state of Michigan is working to identify the cause of a "sudden and large" increase in an infection that causes gastrointestinal issues. State health officials have identified 174 cases of cyclosporiasis across southern Michigan since June…
The CDC said its received 145 reports of cyclosporiasis, a microscopic parasite that often causes diarrhea, and can be linked to contaminated food or water.
Health officials are investigating as an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that can cause “explosive” diarrhea, continues to grow across multiple Michigan counties.
The CDC said it has received 145 reports of cyclosporiasis, a microscopic parasite linked to contaminated food or water. Michigan is reporting another 170 cases.
At least 300 people across 18 states have been sickened by cyclosporiasis, a parasite linked to contaminated food or water. The main symptom is watery diarrhea.
More than 170 people have been sickened in a large and growing outbreak of a parasitic diarrheal illness in Michigan, far above the number of cases typically reported in the state over an entire year, health officials say. No source has been identified.
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