Explosive diarrhea parasite cases surge
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There have been hundreds of cases reported across the country. Now we're getting an idea of how many are in Harris County.
Infections caused by a microscopic parasite called Cyclospora have been reported in at least 18 states, with numbers continuing to climb. Contaminated fresh produce is typically the source of the infection, called cyclosporiasis. Washing fresh produce ...
While exact numbers are unknown, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has reported 572 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 4, and New York has reported more than 10
The intestinal illness cyclosporiasis is contracted by consuming contaminated foods. The most common symptoms of the illness are diarrhea, nausea and fatigue, according to health officials.
