Nearly 1,000 diagnosed in Michigan outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite
Summary
Nearly 1,000 people in Michigan have been diagnosed with cyclospora, a parasite that causes long-lasting diarrhea. The Michigan health department reported 992 cases and 40 hospital stays related to this infection.Key Facts
- Cyclospora is a parasite that causes watery diarrhea lasting for weeks.
- Michigan has confirmed 992 cases of cyclospora in this outbreak.
- 40 people have been hospitalized due to this infection.
- This is one of the largest cyclospora outbreaks in Michigan's history.
- Cyclospora infections can spread through contaminated food or water.
- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services is monitoring the situation.
- Symptoms often include diarrhea, stomach cramps, and nausea.
- Cyclospora outbreaks have also occurred in other parts of the United States.
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