Virginia Among States Hit by Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Linked to Fresh Produce

Virginia among states hit by cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to fresh produce

Health officials are tracking outbreaks of cyclosporiasis nationwide. If you get sick, experts say you should see a doctor instead of taking over the counter medicine.

At Least 30 Marylanders Sickened in Nationwide Cyclosporiasis Outbreak

Source: Hernan Caputo / Getty At least 30 people in Maryland have become sick as part of a nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has infected thousands across the country. Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite. Symptoms can include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, bloating, nausea and fatigue. The illness may last for days or even weeks if left untreated. Health officials are still working to determine th…

Virginia Confirms 10 Cases of Cyclospora as Health Officials Investigate Regional Outbreaks

(VR) – The Commonwealth has confirmed its first reported cases of cyclosporiasis this summer, as health officials in the Mid-Atlantic and across the country investigate a growing surge in infections and several regional outbreaks. The Virginia Department of Health is reporting 10 cases of cyclosporiasis so far in 2026, according to a July 7 media […] The post Virginia Confirms 10 Cases of Cyclospora as Health Officials Investigate Regional Outbr…