Cyclospora outbreak causes first two deaths
A diarrhoea outbreak has caused the first two deaths in the US, with cases climbing nationwide.
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📍 How it ended
The Cyclospora outbreak in the United States resulted in two deaths and over 22,000 cases. The number of cases in Illinois alone climbed to 995.
Epilogue added 28d ago, after coverage quieted.
Coverage (4)
- Cyclospora cases climb to 995 in Illinois amid national outbreak CBS News · 31d ago
- Two die in diarrhoea outbreak sweeping US The Telegraph · 31d ago
- Cyclospora outbreak causes first two deaths Axios · 31d ago
- Map: 2 deaths, more than 22,000 cases of cyclospora reported across U.S. KCRA · 31d ago
The story so far
Two people have died in a diarrhoea outbreak sweeping the US. The deaths are linked to a cyclospora outbreak, which has seen 995 cases in Illinois alone. More than 22,000 cases have been reported across the country.
The outbreak is ongoing, with the number of cases continuing to climb. The outbreak has been reported by multiple outlets, including CBS News, The Telegraph, Axios and KCRA. CBS News reports that the number of cases in Illinois has climbed to 995.
KCRA has published a map showing the spread of the outbreak across the US.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 30d ago.
The obvious questions
What is cyclospora?
Cyclospora is a single-celled parasite that can cause an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis.
What are the symptoms of cyclosporiasis?
Symptoms of cyclosporiasis include watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps or pain, nausea, vomiting, muscle aches, low-grade fever, and fatigue.
How is cyclosporiasis treated?
Cyclosporiasis is treated with antibiotics. Most people respond to treatment within a few days.
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