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Michigan reports two deaths in ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak

Michigan's cyclosporiasis outbreak has taken two lives, with cases now exceeding 11,000.

By · Published August 3, 2026 at 17:31 UTC · Updated August 6, 2026 at 03:38 UTC

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Michigan reported two deaths linked to an ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. Coverage of the outbreak quieted without a definitive conclusion in the coverage.

Epilogue added 7d ago, after coverage quieted.

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The brief

The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services confirmed two deaths in the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak. The outbreak has now surpassed 11,000 cases. The deaths are the first reported in this outbreak. The source of the outbreak remains unknown.

The CDC and state health officials are investigating. The CDC has not yet identified a specific source of the outbreak. The CDC has not yet issued any specific recommendations for the public beyond general food safety guidelines. The CDC has not yet issued any travel advisories related to the outbreak.

The CDC has not yet issued any warnings about specific foods to avoid. The CDC has not yet issued any recalls related to the outbreak. The CDC has not yet issued any statements about the effectiveness of any treatments for cyclosporiasis. The CDC has not yet issued any statements about the potential for the outbreak to spread to other states.

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Quick answers

What is cyclosporiasis?

Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.

What are the symptoms of cyclosporiasis?

Symptoms of cyclosporiasis include diarrhea, loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps, bloating, increased gas, nausea, vomiting, fatigue, and low-grade fever.

How is cyclosporiasis treated?

Cyclosporiasis is treated with antibiotics. The most common antibiotic used to treat cyclosporiasis is trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (TMP-SMX).

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