Illinois Cyclosporiasis Surge Hits 216 | Chicago News

Illinois is facing a major cyclosporiasis outbreak with 216 confirmed cases, 18 hospitalized, as the parasite spreads through contaminated produce and travel—matching a national surge of over 1,600 cases. Symptoms include severe diarrhea and stomach pain, with no deaths reported but rising hospitalizations. Officials are still tracing the source, though past outbreaks tied to imported berries and salads. While the CDC hasn’t banned any foods, they urge thorough handwashing and produce rinsing to stay safe. 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/ac9c8ef655528337