A Foodborne Parasite Is Spreading Across Indiana and Kentucky This Summer

Explosive Diarrhea Wave Hits Michigan

When a normally rare parasite suddenly sickens more than a thousand people, it is not a freak event but the visible tip of how modern food systems, global produce trade, and basic sanitation intersect — and sometimes fail. At a Glance A large cyclosporiasis outbreak has pushed Michigan’s annual case count from about 50 to []

Illinois Has Become a Hotspot for Diarrhea-Causing Parasite

Illinois Has Become a Hotspot for Diarrhea-Causing Parasite

A Parasite Found in Fresh Herbs and Berries Is Sickening Hundreds Across 17 States

A cyclospora parasite linked to fresh herbs, raspberries, and Caesar salad kits has sickened more than 170 people in seven Michigan counties since June 22, triple the state's annual norm, while the CDC tracks 145 separate cases across 17 states with no source identified.

What to know about cyclospora, the parasite linked to severe diarrhea

Michigan is experiencing its largest outbreak of a parasitic infection that causes severe diarrhea. Cyclospora spreads through contaminated food and water, often linked to fresh produce. As of early July, the source remains unidentified. Here are ways to reduce your risk when eating fruits and vegetables. AP Video/Shelby Lum

CDC Warns Illinois About Mysterious Parasite Outbreak

CDC Warns Illinois About Mysterious Parasite Outbreak

'Explosive' diarrhea parasite cases surge as health officials seek source

Outbreaks of cyclosporiasis are typically traced back to prepackaged food and fresh produce.

EXPLAINER- What is cyclospora, the diarrhea-causing parasite, and why are infections rising in the US?

A diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak has spread across several US states

Cyclospora Outbreak Causing Explosive Diarrhea Hits Kentucky

Cyclospora Outbreak Causing Explosive Diarrhea Hits Kentucky

Skyrocketing: Food-borne illness cases spike as Michigan declares outbreak * WorldNetDaily * by Elyse Apel, The Center Square

Source link Cases of cyclosporiasis, a food-borne illness, are skyrocketing in Michigan as the state declares it an outbreak. In a typical year, Michigan only identifies around 50 cyclosporiasis cases.

Outbreak of parasite infection grows to over 1,000 cases in Michigan

Outbreak of parasite infection grows to over 1,000 cases in Michigan

[Photo] A "large and growing"

A large and growing outbreak of a parasitic infection is spreading in Michigan, health officials warned this week.As of Thursday, more than 300 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal infection, have been confirmed, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) told ABC News. Typically, the state only sees about 50 cases per year, according to MDHHS.The parasite usually spreads through food or water contaminated with feces, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).https://abcnews.com/Health/large-growing-parasitic-infection-outbreak-spreading-michigan-health/story?id=134404415@WeTheMedia

A parasitic stomach bug is spreading in the US

A parasitic stomach bug is spreading in the US

What is Cyclospora cayetanensis? CDC reports parasite causing stomach illness across US, including Texas

A parasite is causing hundreds of cases of serious stomach and intestinal illness across several states, including Texas, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.

Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Spreads Across America Ahead of Independence Day

CDC urgently seeking source of parasitic Cyclospora outbreak that has spread to hundreds in Michigan and 20 other states. The post Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Spreads Across America Ahead of Independence Day first appeared on Le·gal In·sur·rec·tion.

Lyme Disease Is Spreading into States That Rarely Saw It Before — Is Your County at Risk?

Deer ticks carrying Lyme disease are now reaching Ohio, Indiana, and Illinois. ER visits for tick bites rose 25 in April 2026. Here's where the risk is growing and what to do.

Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across 31 US states

Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads across 31 US states

Cyclospora, the explosive diarrhea parasite, has reached Mass. Here’s what to know.

Massachusetts is among more than a dozen states with documented cases of cyclosporiasis, a stomach-churning parasitic infection spread through food or water. The post Cyclospora, the explosive diarrhea parasite, has reached Mass. Here’s what to know. appeared first on Boston.com.

CDC, Pa. health officials tracking an intestinal parasite that causes 'explosive' bowel movements

State and local health officials are tracking dozens of cases of an illness caused by an intestinal parasite with symptoms including explosive bowel movements. Cyclosporiasis, caused by the parasite Cyclospora caytanensis, spreads through ...

Parasitic outbreak in Michigan tops 1,000 cases: Should you be concerned?

What began as a relatively small cluster of cases has grown into the largest outbreak of its kind in Michigan history. More than 1,000 people have now been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, a parasitic intestinal infection, making it one of the nation’s largest Cyclospora outbreaks in recent years. Mystery ailment The Associated Press reports that no...

Cyclospora outbreak spreads to 32 states: Symptoms and how to protect yourself

A fast-spreading stomach parasite has sickened thousands of people across more than 30 US states.

'Explosive diarrhea' cases surge across. US What is cyclosporiasis?

Cyclosporiasis cases are rising across the U.S. as officials warn about contaminated produce and symptoms. Read more: Sign up for our newsletter for the day's top stories, from sports to movies to politics to world events: https://profile.usatoday.com/newsletters/daily-briefing/

'Explosive diarrhoea' parasite outbreak in US: Over 1000 cases reported in weeks, Michigan worst hit

'Explosive diarrhoea' parasite outbreak in US: Over 1000 cases reported in weeks, Michigan worst hit

What Is Cyclosporiasis? Symptoms, Treatment and Prevention as US Outbreak Grows

The US is investigating a growing cyclosporiasis outbreak after Michigan reported 572 cases, with the source still unknown. Health officials suspect contaminated fresh produce based on previous outbreaks. Here's what cyclosporiasis is, how it spreads, its symptoms, treatment, and the precautions experts recommend to reduce the risk of infection.

Michigan's explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite jumps to over 1,200 cases

In neighboring Ohio, cases have reportedly reached over 500.

Ticks Are on the Move. Here Are the Risks in Your Region.

Summer is peak tick season, and with the pests comes the risk of Lyme, spotted fevers and other tick-borne illnesses. For decades, people across the United States have generally known what to expect from the ticks in their area. In the Northeast, where rates of E.R. visits for tick bites are the highest, for example, []

Cases of a Parasitic Infection That Can Cause Diarrhea for Weeks Are Rapidly Rising in the U.S. Here's What to Know

The illness is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads via food or water contaminated with feces, usually on farms. Health officials are still investigating the source of the multistate outbreak

Tapeworm Cases Surge During Monsoon: Can Deworming Help? Doctor Answers

Tapeworm infections often occur after consuming contaminated food or water, particularly undercooked meat and unhygienically prepared meals. While many infections are mild, some can lead to serious...

Outbreak of parasite causing weeks-long diarrhea infects nearly 1K in Michigan

parasitic infection that causes weeks of watery diarrhea has infected nearly 1,000 people in Michigan. The size of the outbreak makes it the largest in Michigan history and one of the nation’s largest in years. The source of the cyclospora infections hasn’t been determined, but investigations into similar illnesses are underway in 28 other states, []...Click to read more

Diarrhea-causing parasite infecting more than 1,200 in Michigan has not spread to Canada: PHAC

The Public Health Agency of Canada says the outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite that has infected more than 1,200 people in Michigan has not spread to Canada based on current information. The midwestern state announced an outbreak of cyclospora last week, saying more than 170 people had been infected. That number climbed to 1,251 Thursday, [] The post Diarrhea-causing parasite infecting more than 1,200 in Michigan has not spread to Canada: PHAC appeared first on CityNews Montreal.

Parasite that causes ‘explosive diarrhea’ continues to spread across the US – these states are being hit hardest

Infections can last for over a month, health experts warn