Cyclosporiasis parasitic illness cases in Maryland increase by dozens since May 1
A rise in cyclosporiasis parasitic illness cases is impacting multiple states, with significant outbreaks reported in Michigan and Maryland.
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Cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing diarrhea, are increasing. In Maryland, the case count has risen by dozens since May 1.
Meanwhile, a separate outbreak in Michigan has seen the number of diagnosed individuals approach or exceed 1,000. Coverage from The Detroit News, The Hill, and CNN emphasizes the scale of the Michigan outbreak, with The Detroit News reporting the count has risen to over 1,250.
CBS News is focusing on the increase of cases within Maryland. Future focus remains on safety measures to prevent infection as the number of victims continues to climb across these regions.
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Quick answers
Which states are currently reporting increases in cyclosporiasis?
Maryland and Michigan are both reporting increases in cases.
What are the reported case numbers for Michigan?
Reports vary slightly, with The Hill stating nearly 1,000 diagnosed and The Detroit News reporting the count has risen to over 1,250.
What are the symptoms associated with this parasite?
According to coverage from CNN and The Hill, the parasite causes diarrhea.
Coverage (6)
- Does cooking or vinegar kill Cyclospora? How to avoid the diarrhea-causing parasite, according to health officials CBS News · 3h ago
- How to Stay Safe From the Severe Stomach Bug That’s Going Around The New York Times · 3h ago
- Michigan's cyclosporiasis case count rises to over 1,250 The Detroit News · 3h ago
- An outbreak of diarrhea caused by a parasite has claimed more than 1,000 victims so far. Here’s how to stay safe CNN · 3h ago
- Nearly 1,000 diagnosed in Michigan outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite The Hill · 3h ago
- Cyclosporiasis parasitic illness cases in Maryland increase by dozens since May 1 CBS News · 3h ago
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