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Cyclospora, the ‘Explosive Diarrhea’ Parasite, Cases Reported in at Least 25 States: See the Map
A parasitic infection that causes miserable bouts of “explosive” diarrhea is surging across the United States at rates that appear to be higher than this time last year.

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See map tracking spread of ‘explosive' diarrhea illness across US
Explosive Diarrhea Outbreak Hits Grim New Milestone as Cases Top 1,000
‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite surfaces in California as health officials fear statewide surge
A parasite that causes bouts of "explosive diarrhea" has surfaced in California as a fast-growing outbreak sweeps across the US — with health officials warning the state's official case count likely c...

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Scientists Explain How to Protect Yourself Amid Explosive Diarrhea Outbreak
The number of cases from the ‘explosive diarrhea’ parasite are growing and experts are struggling to contain the spread
California reports cases of ‘explosive' diarrhea-causing parasite as U.S. cases rise
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention said Friday that 843 confirmed cases acquired in the United States had been reported across 31 states since May 1.

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Parasite known to cause ‘explosive’ diarrhea confirmed in Arkansas, CDC reports
These Fruits And Veggies Might Be The Cause Of Cyclosporiasis, The Summer's Explosive Diarrhea Illness
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Cases of a Parasitic Infection That Can Cause Diarrhea for Weeks Are Rapidly Rising in the U.S. Here’s What to Know

The illness is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads via food or water contaminated with feces, usually on farms. Health officials are still investigating the sourc

Avoid Summer's 'Exploding Diarrhea' Parasite With This 1 Everyday Tool You Need Anyway

Contaminated fruits and veggies are to blame for this troublesome outbreak, and experts say a salad spinner can help.

What to do if you have explosive diarrhea from cyclosporiasis

Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection known for causing intense, watery diarrhea is spiking across the country. Here are common questions, answered.

Explosive diarrhea illness spreads across US: New York, Texas, Illinois among hardest-hit states as CDC investigates parasite cases. Check full list of affected places

A parasitic illness causing severe diarrhea is spreading across 17 US states, with over 145 cases reported and 20 hospitalizations. New York leads in infections, followed by Texas and Illinois. Health officials are investigating potential links to contaminated produce,