diarrhea
Coverage of diarrhea in the Nexus archive.
- You got the ‘explosive’ diarrhea parasite. Now what?
Hundreds of people have fallen ill due to a parasite causing 'explosive' diarrhea. The CDC reports at least 145 cases since May, with authorities still investigating the source, likely linked to contaminated food.
- CDPHE: No deaths in historic data for cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis cases have increased in the United States and Colorado, but the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) notes these cases are common during summer months. The CDPHE confirmed no deaths in historic data related to the parasitic illness, which causes diarrhea.
- Chronic illness and diarrhea surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds
Chronic illness and diarrhea are surging in Venezuelan communities affected by recent earthquakes, exacerbating a growing humanitarian crisis. Victims are overwhelming relief services as the situation worsens.
- Recurring diarrhea could signal illness, Austin Public Health warns
A parasitic illness is spreading across the U.S., with the CDC investigating after at least 20 people were hospitalized. Austin Public Health warns that recurring diarrhea may signal the illness.
- Your gut takes a “double hit” from stress and late-night eating
Chronic stress combined with late-night eating (after 9 p.m.) significantly increases risks of constipation and diarrhea. The combination disrupts digestion and reduces beneficial gut bacteria diversity, creating a 'double hit' to gut health.