Cyclospora parasite outbreak infects over 1,000 people across multiple U.S. states.
Michigan health officials report nearly 1,000 confirmed cyclospora cases as of early July 2026, making it the largest such outbreak in state history. Ohio has reported hundreds of additional cases, with investigations ongoing in at least 28 states. No deaths have been reported and the food source remains unidentified.
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The NY Post leads with explosive diarrhea and a 400% surge, while the Washington Times focuses on Virginia and Maryland cases barely connected to the Michigan outbreak. Wires and national outlets center on Michigan's record-breaking case count.
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“‘Explosive diarrhea’ parasite cases up over 400% in a week in hardest-hit state — as experts still search for source”NYP NY Post RIGHT
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“What is cyclospora? Outbreak of diarrhea-causing infection in U.S. grows to more than 1,000 cases” · AP News, Globe and Mail, The Hill
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APAP News Outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite grows to more than 1,000 cases HThe Hill Nearly 1,000 diagnosed in Michigan outbreak of diarrhea-causing parasite 1d ago Tracked claims from across the political spectrum
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