Cyclosporiasis Outbreak Hits Midwest | Toledo News

A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is surging, with over 400 confirmed cases across Ohio, Michigan, West Virginia, and Kentucky — and numbers likely higher. While no single source has been identified, Michigan investigators are zeroing in on lettuce and salad greens. Caused by a parasite spread through contaminated food or water, symptoms include diarrhea, cramping, and loss of appetite — usually not life-threatening, but requiring treatment with a specific antibiotic. The CDC urges everyone to wash all produce thoroughly and practice strict hand hygiene to curb the spread. 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/15ec4d760e8c4b29