Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Stay Safe, Eat Smart | Cincinnati News

A nationwide cyclosporiasis outbreak is hitting hard, with over 4,000 cases in Ohio alone—CDC calls it unprecedented. The main culprit? Iceberg lettuce from one supplier, though other outbreaks remain unlinked. Don’t ditch your produce—just wash everything thoroughly, scrub firm fruits, and practice strict hand hygiene. While the illness can be brutal—with severe diarrhea and loss of appetite—it’s rarely fatal… unless you’re vulnerable. Two deaths in Michigan were linked to underlying conditions. CDC “disease detectives” are on the case, tracking a lag time of up to a week before symptoms appear. Treatments exist, usually antibiotics. Stay safe, stay healthy: wash, rinse, cook when unsure. 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/5dfbdfba4050c403