More than 24,000 cyclosporiasis infections reported as new cases appear to slow: CDC
The CDC reports a slowing of new cyclosporiasis infections, but the outbreak is still spreading to new states.
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The CDC announced that more than 24,000 cyclosporiasis infections have been reported across the US. The agency also noted that new cases appear to be slowing.
The CDC's announcement came as Maine joined more than a dozen other states affected by the outbreak. The parasite causes diarrhea and other gastrointestinal issues.
The Institute of Food Technologists (IFT) has begun discussing the future of food safety in light of the outbreak. The CDC has not yet confirmed a connection.
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- Cyclospora and the Future of Food Safety IFT.org · 17h ago
- Are the Taylor Farms recalls connected? WGN-TV · 17h ago
- Cyclospora outbreak drives shoppers to farmers’ markets WWBT · 22h ago
- Are the Taylor Farms recalls connected? The Hill · 22h ago
- America’s fast-food chains catch an illness The Economist · 22h ago
- 'Nobody wants it': Lettuce prices see record-setting plunge as cyclospora spooks consumers CNBC · 22h ago
- Maine joins more than a dozen states hit with diarrhea-causing parasite outbreak Bangor Daily News · 22h ago
- More than 24,000 cyclosporiasis infections reported as new cases appear to slow: CDC ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos · 22h ago
Questions people are asking
What is cyclosporiasis?
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis.
How many states have been affected?
More than a dozen states have been affected, with Maine being the latest to report cases.
What are the symptoms of cyclosporiasis?
Symptoms include diarrhea, with an average onset of about one week after ingestion of the parasite. Other symptoms may include loss of appetite, weight loss, stomach cramps/pain, bloating, increased gas, nausea, vomiting, and fatigue.
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