Hundreds of Cyclosporiasis Cases Reported in North Carolina

Officials report over 300 cases of cyclosporiasis, 13 hospitalizations in NC

The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (DHHS) reported 307 cases of cyclosporiasis and 13 hospitalizations in the state between May 1 and Tuesday.

Cyclosporiasis cases in North Carolina increase; Wake County seeing the most patients

NC DHHS said, statewide there have been 307 cases resulting in 13 who were in the hospital for treatment, from May 1 to July 14.

Hundreds of cyclosporiasis cases reported in North Carolina

RALEIGH, N.C. (WNCT) -- Since May 1, the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services said there have been 307 reported cases of cyclosporiasis in the state. The NCDHHS also said the increase in cases in North Carolina have not been linked to outbreaks in other states. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by [...]

North Carolina Seeing Increase In Cyclosporiasis Cases

RALEIGH, N.C. – North Carolina is among dozens of states across the United States experiencing an increase in cyclosporiasis cases. From May 1 to July 14, 2026, 307 cases of cyclosporiasis and 13 hospitalizations have been reported in North Carolina. North Carolina has experienced a consistent level of cyclospora cases from 2024 to 2026, with […]

NC Reports 240 ‘Explosive’ Cyclosporiasis Cases: How to Stay Safe

Source: NurPhoto / Getty North Carolina has reported 240 cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, prompting state and federal health officials to investigate where the foodborne illness is coming from. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite called Cyclospora. Referred to as the “explosive diarrhea virus,” people become infected after eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water. In past outbreaks, fresh f…

NC Reports 240 'Explosive' Cyclosporiasis Cases: How to Stay Safe

Source: NurPhoto / Getty North Carolina has reported 240 cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, prompting state and federal health officials to investigate where the foodborne illness is coming from. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite called Cyclospora. Referred to as the “explosive diarrhea virus,” people become infected after eating contaminated food or drinking contaminated water. In past outbreaks, fresh f…