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Reported cases of cyclosporiasis rise to 572 in Michigan
WILX • • health
Key Points:
- Michigan has reported over 100 new cyclosporiasis cases, totaling 572 for the year, significantly higher than the usual 50 cases annually.
- The parasitic infection is linked to contaminated fresh produce, though the specific source of the current outbreak remains unidentified.
- Health officials recommend thoroughly washing produce with clean water and cooking when possible, as temperatures above 158°F can kill the Cyclospora parasite.
- Specific guidelines include buying whole heads of lettuce instead of prepackaged greens, washing herbs like cilantro and basil thoroughly, trimming and washing green onions, and considering frozen raspberries to reduce infection risk.
- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services continues to investigate the outbreak and advises the public to follow these safety measures to prevent infection.
