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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: What You Need to Know | Dayton News
A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is hitting hard—with over 840 confirmed cases across 31 states, and Michigan alone reporting more than 1,500, likely a fraction of the true toll. Caused by a parasite spread through contaminated food or water (often produce), this illness isn’t contagious person-to-person but can leave victims bedridden with debilitating diarrhea, vomiting, and stomach pain for days. Past outbreaks traced back to raspberries, cilantro, and leafy greens, so experts urge thorough washing, peeling when possible, and avoiding pre-shredded lettuce. If you’ve got persistent…
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