HEALTHJul 30 · 08:38 UTCWTOP DCThomas Robertson

Maryland confirms nearly 150 cases of diarrhea-causing parasite

Maryland has confirmed 148 cases of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing severe diarrhea, with 144 cases reported since May 1. The CDC reports over 6,700 confirmed domestic cases nationwide, linked to iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms distributed to Taco Bell in Michigan and Ohio. Virginia has reported 126 cases, with symptoms including diarrhea, fatigue, and nausea.

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