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Cyclospora Outbreak: Symptoms and Safety | Boise News
A major cyclospora outbreak is sweeping across 34 U.S. states, with over 1,600 cases and 140 hospitalizations as of mid-July — including at least one confirmed case in Idaho. This intestinal parasite spreads through contaminated food or water, often from infected feces, though the current outbreak’s exact source remains unknown. Symptoms include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, and flu-like symptoms — which can linger for weeks without treatment. If you’re feeling sick, see your doctor and share your recent food history to help track the outbreak. Past outbreaks tied to…
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