HEALTHJul 7 · 17:29 UTCWBTV CHARLOTTELuke Tucker

Sickness causing explosive diarrhea reportedly reaches 145 cases in North Carolina

North Carolina has reported 145 cases of cyclosporiasis since May 1, a parasitic illness causing explosive diarrhea and other symptoms. The CDC notes cases in 17 U.S. states as of mid-June, with no deaths reported. The parasite is often linked to contaminated fresh herbs and produce.

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