‘Explosive' diarrhea parasite in Midwest outbreak can spread through produce. What to watch for
A parasitic infection causing severe diarrhea is currently under investigation by the CDC across 18 U.S. states.
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The brief
A parasitic infection linked to symptoms including explosive diarrhea is spreading across the United States. Reports confirm cases in Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New Jersey, with the total affected area spanning 18 states.
Coverage from The Columbus Dispatch, 6abc Philadelphia, and The Guardian emphasizes that the outbreak is currently large and growing. The CDC has initiated an investigation into the matter, with reports highlighting the potential for the parasite to spread through produce.
Future updates will likely depend on findings from the ongoing CDC investigation. Coverage does not yet specify the exact identity of the parasite, the specific types of produce involved, or the total number of confirmed cases.
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Quick answers
How many states are affected?
According to reports from The Guardian, the infection has been identified in 18 U.S. states.
What symptoms are reported?
Coverage describes the infection as causing cases of explosive diarrhea.
How is the parasite transmitted?
The CDC is investigating the situation, and reports indicate the parasite can spread through produce.
Coverage (3)
- Number of cases of parasite infection causing diarrhea explode in Ohio The Columbus Dispatch · 51d ago
- 'Large and growing' parasitic infection reported in 17 states, including Pa. and NJ 6abc Philadelphia · 51d ago
- CDC investigates parasite that’s caused cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea in 18 US states The Guardian · 51d ago
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