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CDC reports over 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases across 41 states
Original: More than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases reported in 41 states: CDC
The CDC has recorded more than 11,500 cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite, across 41 US states. The outbreak figure is drawing attention as health officials track the foodborne infection, which is often linked to contaminated fresh produce and typically peaks in the summer months.
Why now: A large multi-state outbreak of a foodborne illness is a public health concern
Evidence
- More than 11,500 cyclosporiasis cases reported in 41 states: CDC · ABC News - Breaking News, Latest News and Videos
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