Cyclosporiasis Surge Sends One to ER | Wichita News

Wichita News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! · Jul 30, 2026 · 1m

Kansas is facing a sudden spike in cyclosporiasis cases, with numbers nearly doubling in just one week—already sending at least one patient to the ER after severe dehydration and bloating from contaminated lettuce. Nicole Belote, who fell ill after eating lettuce in early July, warns listeners not to delay seeking help, as dehydration can quickly damage organs and leave lasting effects—even requiring oxygen at night. Health officials stress the outbreak isn’t over, given the parasite’s two-week incubation period, and urge anyone showing signs of dehydration—dry mouth, chapped lips, infrequent…