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Cyclospora Cases Rise Rapidly, With No Source Yet Confirmed
The New York Times • • general
Key Points:
- The number of confirmed cyclospora infections in the U.S. has nearly doubled within days, rising from 843 on Friday to 1,645 on Tuesday, according to the CDC.
- Many states are reporting higher-than-usual case counts, with 141 hospitalizations and an additional 5,100 suspected cases under review by the CDC.
- Michigan, currently the state with the most cases, has identified lettuce or salad greens as possible sources, but investigations are ongoing and other foods may also be involved.
- Health experts note that delays in pinpointing the source of cyclospora outbreaks are common due to the parasite’s complex biology, which complicates investigations.
