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Iowa Cyclospora Outbreak Dashboard Update | Des Moines News
Iowa’s health department just launched a new online dashboard to track a shocking surge in cyclospora cases — 272 this year, up from 69 last year, with over 100 infections confirmed in just one week. The outbreak is hitting hardest in the Des Moines metro, especially Dallas County, and has spread to 55 of Iowa’s 99 counties. Symptoms include severe diarrhea, cramps, and fatigue. Officials are investigating possible links to contaminated produce, including iceberg lettuce from Mexico tied to a national recall. They’re urging everyone to wash hands and all produce thoroughly. Weekly updates…
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