Cyclospora cayetanensis
Coverage of Cyclospora cayetanensis in the Nexus archive.
- An intestinal parasite is causing ‘explosive’ diarrhea in Pa. and N.J. Here’s what to know about cyclospora
An intestinal parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, is causing 'explosive' diarrhea outbreaks in Pennsylvania and New Jersey, with 145 reported cases between May 1 and June 16. Public health officials note clusters in multiple states, including Michigan (1,200+ cases as of July 9) and Ohio (177 cases as of July 2). The CDC reports symptoms like watery diarrhea, cramps, and fatigue, though no deaths have been recorded this year.
- Cyclosporiasis cases rise to nearly 1,000
Cyclosporiasis cases have risen to nearly 1,000, caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads through food or water contaminated with feces. The illness is characterized as a two-week case of diarrhea, according to Doctor Joel Kammeyer from the Detroit Medical Center.
- What to know about cyclospora and how to avoid it
Cyclosporiasis cases are surging in Michigan, Ohio, and New York, with Michigan reporting 681 cases since June 22. The parasitic infection, caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis, is challenging to trace due to its genetic variability. Investigations are ongoing to identify the outbreak source.
- Wayne County health officials track 27 potential cyclosporiasis cases amid growing Michigan outbreak
Wayne County health officials are tracking 27 potential cyclosporiasis cases as part of a growing outbreak in southeast Michigan, with over 300 statewide cases reported. Collaborating with state and local agencies, investigators are working to identify the source, which is likely contaminated food, particularly fresh produce. Symptoms include watery diarrhea, nausea, and fatigue, and the illness can persist for weeks without treatment.
- Parasite-induced ‘explosive’ diarrhea cases rise in Tennessee. Here’s what to know
Tennessee is experiencing a rise in cyclosporiasis cases, a parasitic illness causing explosive diarrhea. The CDC reports 145 cases across 17 U.S. states, with 20 hospitalizations, and Tennessee's annual cases have nearly 10-fold since 2016. Cyclosporiasis is transmitted through contaminated food or water and is treatable with medication.
- Cases of Cyclosporiasis confirmed in Monroe County -- here’s what to know
Health officials in Monroe County are investigating a cluster of cyclosporiasis cases linked to potential food or water contamination. The illness, caused by the Cyclospora cayetanensis parasite, is not spread person-to-person and is often associated with contaminated fresh produce in the U.S. Symptoms include diarrhea and abdominal cramps, with prevention measures focusing on thorough washing of fruits and vegetables.