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Coverage dated July 29, 2026 to July 31, 2026

‘Cyclospora skinny?’ Here’s why new weight-loss trend is dangerous

Headline from The Oregonian

“It’s a fecal‑oral parasite," one gastroenterologist noted.

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  1. Fox News

    Weight-loss joke turns serious as 'cyclospora skinny' trend fuels health warnings (opens Fox News)

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    A dangerous social media trend jokes about getting "Cyclospora skinny," but doctors warn the intestinal parasite causes deadly dehydration and illness.

  2. The Oregonian

    ‘Cyclospora skinny?’ Here’s why new weight-loss trend is dangerous (opens The Oregonian)

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    The Oregonian's feed description

    “It’s a fecal‑oral parasite," one gastroenterologist noted.

  3. Phl17

    Doctor warns against 'cyclospora skinny' trend (opens Phl17)

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    "This is a concerning trend."

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