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Michigan's explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite jumps to over 1,200 cases
14 days ago
- Michigan reports 1,251 cases of Cyclospora cayetanensis as of July 9, including 44 hospitalizations.
- Outbreak in Michigan began June 22, peaked on July 8 with 239 cases, and is centered in the southeastern region.
- Cyclospora spreads via contaminated produce or water, typically causing 2,000–5,000 U.S. cases annually, with peaks in summer.
- Michigan's current outbreak is unprecedented, with July cases already 25 times higher than its usual yearly total of around 50.
- Ohio also reports rising cases, exceeding 500, while the source remains unidentified.
Wyoming's 'Explosive Diarrhea' Cases Double, Linked to Travel Outside of U.S.
10 days ago
- Wyoming has confirmed six cases of cyclosporiasis, with one domestically acquired infection under investigation.
- Cyclospora causes prolonged diarrhea lasting weeks to months, posing dehydration risks, especially for vulnerable groups.
- The parasite is often missed in diagnosis as routine lab tests may not detect it, requiring specialized testing.
- Most Wyoming cases are travel-related; the single domestic case has not been linked to national outbreaks.
- Cyclospora typically spreads through contaminated food or water, not person-to-person, with imported produce being a common source.
- Treatment involves antibiotics like Bactrim; prevention includes washing produce and practicing good hygiene.
Probe into explosive diarrheal cases points to Taco Bell and bad lettuce
9 days ago
- An explosive outbreak of the diarrheal parasite Cyclospora is surging nationwide, with Michigan reporting an extraordinary spike in cases, reaching 3,309 as of July 14, compared to a typical annual count of around 50.
- The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services indicates that leafy greens, particularly lettuce, are suspected as the source based on interviews with over 1,000 affected individuals, though no definitive product has been identified.
- State and federal officials are investigating Taco Bell restaurants as a potential source of contamination, with local outlets reporting removed items like lettuce and cilantro due to a recalled, though no nationwide recall has been officially announced.
The CDC Has a Cyclospora Lab. DOGE Downsized It Last Year
6 days ago
- Former CDC employees warn that personnel cuts are hampering the U.S. response to rising cyclospora cases.
- The CDC's cyclospora outbreak lab was reduced from 11 to 3 staff due to government layoffs, affecting rapid response capabilities.
- CDC workforce reduced by about 3,000 employees (roughly a quarter) since January 2025, including layoffs and buyouts.
- Nearly 7,000 people may have been sickened by cyclospora nationwide, with Michigan alone reporting over 4,300 cases.
- CDC is managing multiple public health crises simultaneously, including Ebola, measles, E. coli, and salmonella outbreaks.
- Cyclospora investigation is complex due to symptom delays and requires coordination between states and federal agencies.
- CDC claims its cyclospora response team remains dedicated and unaffected by reduction-in-force actions.
FDA reports new outbreak of explosive diarrhea with 72 cases identified
3 hours ago
- FDA announces investigation of a sixth Cyclospora outbreak this year, with 72 cases identified.
- Overall, over 11,500 cases (4,173 confirmed, 7,400 probable) reported from 41 states, resulting in 308 hospitalizations and no deaths.
- This year's case count already exceeds the typical annual range of 2,000 to 5,000 in the US.
- Health Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. claimed the situation is 'under control' despite the surge.
- A previous outbreak was linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from Mexico distributed by Taylor Farms and served at Taco Bell, with cases in five states including Michigan which reported 7,664 cases and 106 hospitalizations.

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Michigan's explosive outbreak of diarrheal parasite jumps to over 1,200 cases

Wyoming's 'Explosive Diarrhea' Cases Double, Linked to Travel Outside of U.S.

Probe into explosive diarrheal cases points to Taco Bell and bad lettuce

The CDC Has a Cyclospora Lab. DOGE Downsized It Last Year

FDA reports new outbreak of explosive diarrhea with 72 cases identified