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2 deaths reported in cyclosporiasis outbreak, health officials say

2 deaths reported in cyclosporiasis outbreak, health officials say

Summary

Two people in Michigan have died after getting a disease called cyclosporiasis. Health officials say both had serious health problems that could have made the illness and dehydration worse.

Key Facts

  • The Michigan Department of Health confirmed two deaths linked to cyclosporiasis.
  • Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite called Cyclospora.
  • Both people who died had major health issues before getting sick.
  • Health officials believe these health problems may have made the infection more dangerous.
  • Dehydration, which means losing too much water from the body, was also a factor.
  • The department is tracking the outbreak to prevent more cases.
  • Cyclosporiasis is often spread through contaminated food or water.
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