Cyclospora Map Update: 4 More States Hit As CDC Reports 2,500 New Cases
Summary
The CDC reported a large increase in cyclospora infections, adding four states to the list affected by the parasite that causes gastrointestinal illness. There are now 6,707 confirmed cases across 45 U.S. states, with infections spreading mainly through contaminated fresh produce.Key Facts
- Four new states with cyclospora infections are Oregon, South Dakota, Vermont, and Delaware.
- The total confirmed cases in the U.S. have risen to 6,707, up from 4,173 last week.
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes stomach illness with symptoms like diarrhea, cramps, and nausea.
- The illness spreads mainly through eating contaminated fresh fruits and vegetables, not from person to person.
- Michigan and Ohio report the highest number of confirmed cyclospora cases.
- No deaths have been linked to the current outbreak, but 423 people have been hospitalized.
- The CDC expects more cases to be reported due to delays in diagnosis and reporting.
- Only Montana, New Mexico, Hawaii, Maine, and South Carolina have not confirmed any cases so far.
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