The Shot: Cyclospora outbreak

Cyclosporiasis cases have surged past 3,000 across at least 31 states this summer, with Michigan alone reporting more than 1,500 cases since late June — roughly 25 times its typical annual total. In this episode of The Shot, Tara breaks down what's driving the surge, why cases are concentrated in southeast Michigan, and what's still unconfirmed about the source. She also covers the clinical picture clinicians need to recognize, the testing pitfall that causes cases to be missed and the current treatment protocol. Links CDC: Surveillance of Cyclosporiasis TODAY.com: Cyclospora Cases Reported in at Least 25 States Michigan Department of Health and Human Services: Outbreak of Cyclosporiasis Occurring in Michigan The Lancet Infectious Diseases: Human Cyclosporiasis, Giangaspero & Gasser (2019) Clinical Infectious Diseases: IDSA Guidelines for Infectious Diarrhea, Shane et al. (2017) American Family Physician: Common Intestinal Parasites, Pyzocha & Cuda (2023) Episodes every Monday ⭐️ Subscribe, Rate and Review! 🍸 Recipes drop on socials Discounts: 15% off Comfrt apparel Purple Carrot: 40% off your first box ClassPass: 2 weeks free 15% off non-alcoholic spirits at The Zero Proof 💳 Support us on Patreon | ☕️ Buy Me a Coffee Contains affiliate links. We may earn a commission at no additional cost to you.