Health officials are investigating multiple clusters of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that causes “explosive” diarrhea. Here are symptoms to watch for.

More than a dozen states, including New Jersey, are grappling with a surge in cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasite-induced illness that causes “explosive diarrhea” and other stomach problems. There were 145 cases of cyclosporiasis reported by 17 states between May 1 and June 16,

This is what to know about cases of cyclospora infection in multiple states across the U.S.

Cyclospora, a parasite causing “explosive diarrhea,” is spreading in the US, including Michigan, New York, Texas. Authorities are trying to find the cause.

CLEVELAND, Ohio — That bag of lettuce or basket of fresh blackberries in your fridge could cause explosive diarrhea in every member of your household. Ohio is seeing an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness often characterized by “explosive” diarrhea,

Florida is among 18 states reporting cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing severe diarrhea. See symptoms

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While exact numbers are unknown, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has reported 572 cases of cyclosporiasis as of July 4, and New York has reported more than 10

Infections caused by a microscopic parasite called Cyclospora have been reported in at least 18 states, with numbers continuing to climb. Contaminated fresh produce is typically the source of the infection, called cyclosporiasis. Washing fresh produce ...