Explainer-What to Know About the US Outbreak of Intestinal Illness Cyclosporiasis
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking at least 843 cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic intestinal illness, across 31 states as of July 9, with 86 hospitalizations reported.
- While the source remains unknown, former FDA Deputy Commissioner for Food Policy and Response Frank Yiannas told USA TODAY that water transmission is "probably underestimated" in cyclospora outbreaks.
- Testing for cyclosporiasis is difficult because the parasite is not constantly shed, requiring patients to submit samples collected days apart; symptoms include watery diarrhea and cramping lasting 7 to 10 days with antibiotic treatment.
- No product recalls have been issued as investigators identify the outbreak source; a Chipotle spokesperson stated the company is "monitoring the situation closely" and does not believe its ingredients are associated.
- Epidemiologists warn the "true number" of infections is likely higher due to a six-week CDC reporting lag and diagnostic challenges; recent cuts to the Foodborne Diseases Active Surveillance Network may further hinder tracking.
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Explainer-What to know about the US outbreak of intestinal illness cyclosporiasis
July 13 (Reuters) - Cases of an intestinal infection from the cyclospora parasite that causes diarrhea, nausea and other gastrointestinal symptoms have risen steadily in recent months across the United States, with 31 states reporting infections, accor...
Cases of parasitic outbreak remain low in Oregon as other states see surges
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention is tracking outbreaks of the intestinal illness cyclosporiasis. (Photo courtesy of Centers for Disease Control and Prevention)Oregon health officials have recorded a handful of verified cases of a parasitic intestinal illness in the state over the past two months, as outbreaks involving the disease continue to grow in other parts of the country. Data the Oregon Health Authority released last week s…
'Explosive Diarrhea' Parasite Crisis: Health Officials Issue Warning to Use 'Extreme Caution' Over Certain Foods as Horrifying Outbreak Continues to Spread Rapidly Across US
The CDC has announced state and federal partners are working to investigate the source of the outbreak, which can be passed through contaminated common food and water.
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