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ODH, Hamilton County report different cyclosporiasis case numbers
Cincinnati Enquirer • • health
Key Points:
- Ohio has reported over 2,500 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 23, making it one of the states hardest hit by the outbreak, which may be linked to contaminated lettuce.
- The CDC has deployed a team to Ohio to investigate the outbreak, which is caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis and leads to gastrointestinal symptoms such as explosive diarrhea.
- Hamilton County shows fewer cases compared to the state overall, with discrepancies in reported numbers due to reporting delays and differences in case classification between local and state health departments.
- Cyclosporiasis is typically treated with the antibiotic combination Trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim), though symptoms can resolve on their own in healthy individuals; prevention focuses on thorough washing and safe handling of produce.
- Michigan leads the nation with over 8,000 cases, followed by Ohio, highlighting the growing public health concern related to foodborne cyclospora infections in the U.S.
