Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Maryland | Baltimore News

Maryland’s grappling with its first cases of Cyclosporiasis, a nasty parasitic illness causing severe diarrhea, with hundreds nationwide already affected across 18 states. Unlike typical food poisoning, this parasite’s ability to morph as it multiplies makes tracing its source a tough puzzle. It spreads via fecal-oral transmission, often hitching a ride on fresh produce—especially raspberries, whose crevices harbor stubborn parasite eggs. While thorough washing helps, if you’re hit with relentless watery diarrhea, see a doctor fast—this infection is treatable with antibiotics. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/f8975670b6dbf5a9