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Northern Nevada Public Health reports first cyclosporiasis case in Washoe County
KTVN • • health
Key Points:
- Northern Nevada Public Health (NNPH) has reported the first cyclosporiasis case in Washoe County for 2026, involving a man in his 70s likely infected during travel in the Midwest amid a multistate outbreak.
- Cyclosporiasis is caused by a parasite leading to gastrointestinal symptoms such as diarrhea, cramping, nausea, and bloating, typically transmitted through contaminated produce or water rather than person-to-person.
- There is no evidence of local exposure in Washoe County, and the CDC confirmed that the lettuce involved in a national recall was not distributed to Nevada.
- NNPH emphasizes preventive measures like rinsing produce and avoiding cross-contamination, while advising residents to seek medical care if symptoms appear, as untreated infections can last weeks.
- Although rare locally, with only two cases reported in 2024, NNPH is monitoring the situation closely and coordinating with state and federal agencies to respond to any new cases.
