Cyclospora in Maryland: Cases more than double since last week - WBAL-TV
A widespread Cyclospora outbreak has reached 34 states, with Maryland seeing cases more than double in one week.
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The brief
An outbreak of Cyclosporiasis is spreading across the United States. Reports indicate the infection has reached 34 states, with Arizona recording 19 cases and Maryland experiencing a more than twofold increase in cases since last week.
Coverage from WCVB, 6abc Philadelphia, AZ Family, and WBAL-TV emphasizes the geographic scale of the outbreak, noting it has affected more than half of all states. Experts are currently advising the public to take produce precautions while investigations continue.
Future developments depend on the ongoing investigation into the source of the outbreak and further reports on case counts across the affected states.
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Quick answers
How many states are affected by the Cyclospora outbreak?
The outbreak has spread to 34 states.
What are the specific case numbers for Arizona?
Arizona has reported 19 cases.
What precautions are being recommended?
Experts are advising produce precautions amid the investigation.
Coverage (4)
- Cyclosporiasis outbreak spreads to 34 states; Arizona reports 19 cases AZ Family · 5h ago
- Experts advise produce precautions amid Cyclospora outbreak investigation 6abc Philadelphia · 5h ago
- Map shows cyclospora outbreaks across more than half of states WCVB · 5h ago
- Cyclospora in Maryland: Cases more than double since last week WBAL-TV · 5h ago
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