Illinois among states seeing cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness that can cause explosive diarrhea
An outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a parasite causing severe stomach illness, has surpassed 1,000 cases across multiple states.
📍 How it ended
An outbreak of the parasite cyclospora spread across multiple states, including Illinois, Virginia, Maryland, and Ohio. The illness, which causes severe gastrointestinal symptoms, was linked to fresh produce.
Coverage quieted without a definitive conclusion regarding the source or resolution of the outbreak.
Epilogue added 17d ago, after coverage quieted.
The story so far
A parasite-driven outbreak of cyclosporiasis is spreading through several states, including Illinois and Ohio. The illness is characterized by severe stomach issues and explosive diarrhea.
Coverage from AP News reports that the number of cases has grown to more than 1,000. The New York Times is providing guidance on how to stay safe from the bug, while local outlets like WLWT and the Chicago Tribune are highlighting warnings issued in Ohio and Illinois.
Future reporting is expected to focus on safety measures to prevent infection and the continued growth of case numbers across the affected states.
Synthesized by Archynetys from the headlines below under a strict no-invention contract. ✓ fact-checked: all claims supported by sources Updated 20d ago.
Coverage (8)
- What to know about cyclospora, the parasite causing extreme GI symptoms The Boston Globe · 19d ago
- Multistate outbreak of foodborne parasitic illness reaches Virginia and Maryland WTOP · 20d ago
- What to Know About the Diarrhea Outbreak Tied to Fresh Produce Time Magazine · 20d ago
- Cyclosporiasis in Maryland: MedStar Health reports latest case as summer infections rise FOX 5 DC · 20d ago
- How to Stay Safe From the Severe Stomach Bug That’s Going Around The New York Times · 20d ago
- Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases AP News · 20d ago
- 'Serious illness': Ohio warns of cyclosporiasis outbreak causing explosive diarrhea WLWT · 20d ago
- Illinois among states seeing cases of cyclosporiasis, an illness that can cause explosive diarrhea Chicago Tribune · 21d ago
The obvious questions
What is cyclosporiasis?
It is an illness caused by a parasite that can result in explosive diarrhea and severe stomach issues.
How many cases have been reported?
According to AP News, the outbreak has grown to more than 1,000 cases.
Which states are seeing cases?
Coverage specifically mentions Illinois and Ohio as states experiencing the outbreak.
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