Over 1,000 US cases of food-borne parasite confirmed
By United Press International · July 11, 2026 · 1 min read
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The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has reported over 1,000 confirmed cases of a food-borne parasite across 31 states. CDC officials are currently working with health agencies to investigate clusters of cyclosporiasis.
Key takeaways
Over 1,000 cases of a food-borne parasite have been confirmed in 31 states.
CDC officials are investigating clusters of cyclosporiasis alongside state and local health agencies.
The Food and Drug Administration is involved in investigating some of the identified clusters.
The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported Friday that more than 1,000 cases of a food-borne parasite have been confirmed across 31 states.
CDC officials are collaborating with local and state health agencies to investigate clusters of cyclosporiasis cases occurring in multiple states.
The investigation into these clusters involves coordination between the CDC and various health departments. Some of the clusters being investigated are also being monitored by the Food and Drug Administration.
