Cyclosporiasis cases in U.S. climb to 17,180, CDC says
The cyclosporiasis outbreak is one of the largest foodborne illness events in recent U.S. history.The illness is caused by the cyclospora parasite, which can lead to diarrhea, nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) announced on Tuesday that the United States has recorded 17,180 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, marking a 1,464-case increase from the previous week. Across 48 states and the District of Columbia, the CDC has received reports of these 17,180 cases, with 922 hospitalizations and two deaths as of August 24.
Additional cases, totaling at least 11,844, may require further investigation, according to the CDC. The ongoing multistate outbreak, linked to recalled iceberg lettuce, is currently being investigated by the CDC and the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). Apart from Michigan, which reported a 3% rise to 14,277 cases, at least six other clusters also remain under investigation, with their sources yet to be confirmed.
Michigan's relatively slow rise in cases suggests the outbreak might be beginning to subside. Cyclosporiasis is caused by the cyclospora parasite, leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea and nausea. This outbreak is among the largest foodborne illness events in recent U.S. history, causing widespread concern among consumers, who have been wary of consuming fresh produce and dining at restaurants.
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