Cyclospora outbreak causes first two deaths
Summary
Two people in Michigan have died in a multistate outbreak of cyclosporiasis, a foodborne illness. Health officials say these are the first deaths linked to the outbreak, and both individuals had other serious health problems.Key Facts
- Two deaths in Michigan are connected to the cyclosporiasis outbreak.
- This is the first time deaths have been reported from this outbreak in the U.S.
- Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite that is usually not life-threatening.
- The individuals who died had serious underlying health conditions.
- The illness can cause dehydration, which may worsen other health issues.
- Thousands of people across multiple states have been sickened in this outbreak.
- Federal authorities still do not know the exact source of the outbreak.
- Health officials continue to investigate the cause and spread of the illness.
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