US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
Summary
U.S. health officials are investigating a new outbreak caused by the parasite cyclospora, which leads to diarrhea. So far, 72 people have been affected, but the Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has not yet identified the food source or locations of the cases.Key Facts
- Cyclospora is a tiny parasite that causes intestinal illness with frequent diarrhea.
- The parasite spreads when food is contaminated by human feces, often through water used to wash or irrigate produce.
- The current outbreak affects 72 people as of Wednesday.
- The FDA has not yet found which food products are causing this outbreak.
- Earlier, a separate outbreak was linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms grown in Mexico, resulting in a recall.
- Washing hands with soap and water helps prevent cyclospora infection; alcohol-based hand sanitizers do not kill the parasite.
- Federal and state officials are investigating multiple clusters of cyclospora illnesses.
- The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) provides information about the parasite and recommended safety measures.
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