Kansas Cyclosporiasis Spike Alert | Topeka News

Topeka News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 16, 2026 · 1m

Kansas is grappling with a sudden spike in cyclosporiasis cases—55 reported as of July 15, with 25 in just this month. Most infections are locally acquired, but 17 trace back to international travel. Health officials are racing to pinpoint the source, as domestic cases surged dramatically since late June. Caused by a tropical parasite often spread via contaminated produce, symptoms include watery diarrhea, cramps, and fatigue—sometimes lasting weeks. While no state-wide outbreaks are linked yet, the CDC urges thorough washing of all produce, scrubbing firm items, and cutting away bruised…