diarrhea
Coverage of diarrhea in the Nexus archive.
- Diarrhea-ridden cyclosporiasis victims poised to collect thousands as outbreak claims first lives: experts
Victims of the cyclospora outbreak, which causes severe diarrhea, may receive tens of thousands of dollars in compensation. Experts warn the outbreak has already claimed lives, with more financial settlements expected in the coming months.
- Can yoga prevent diarrhea? The workout showed 50% improvement for people with common stomach condition
Yoga may improve stomach issues from a common condition, with research showing a 50% improvement in affected individuals. The workout is suggested to offer benefits beyond relaxation and flexibility.
- Cyclospora outbreak in Michigan showing signs it could be slowing down
The Cyclospora outbreak in Michigan may be slowing down, with fewer emergency department visits for diarrhea and declining lab positivity rates. However, over 10,000 cases and 160 hospitalizations have been reported, and some hospitals are limiting testing due to backlogs and supply shortages.
- Taylor Farms CEO breaks silence over explosive diarrhea outbreak as class-action lawsuit filed
Taylor Farms CEO is speaking out for the first time regarding a nationwide outbreak of a diarrhea-inducing parasite linked to the company. A class-action lawsuit has been filed against the company amid the health crisis.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite Cyclospora. Cyclospora is a parasite known to cause diarrhea.
- US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite
US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of Cyclospora, a diarrhea-causing parasite affecting 72 people. The FDA has not yet identified the contaminated products or locations, while a separate outbreak linked to Taylor Farms' lettuce remains under investigation. Cyclospora spreads via food contaminated with human feces, often due to irrigation or washing with tainted water.
- California-based Taylor Farms possible source of cyclosporiasis outbreak
Taylor Farms, headquartered in Salinas, is being investigated as a potential source of cyclosporiasis outbreaks in the United States. The outbreaks are linked to a diarrhea-causing illness.
- ‘Imminent and substantial health risk’ leads to boil water notice for part of Sumner County. Here’s what to know.
A boil water notice is in effect for part of Sumner County, Tennessee, due to low chlorine levels in the Mt. Vernon Road Zone, posing an imminent health risk. Residents are advised to boil water for at least three minutes to avoid digestive issues, particularly affecting vulnerable groups.
- Water main break triggers Westmoreland to issue urgent boil water notice
The City of Westmoreland has issued a boil water notice due to a water main break, warning residents to boil water to avoid illness such as diarrhea and nausea.
- Skip the lettuce, cook your other greens and more advice on avoiding cyclosporiasis
A cyclosporiasis outbreak causing diarrhea has sickened approximately 6,700 people since May. The article advises skipping lettuce and cooking other greens to avoid infection.
- Is it safe to eat produce? A rise in diarrhea-causing cyclosporiasis sparks fears of fruit, vegetables
Cyclosporiasis cases are increasing, leading to concerns about the safety of consuming fruit and vegetables. Experts provide guidance on how to safely eat produce despite the outbreak.
- The foods most likely to carry diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora (and which are safe)
The article discusses foods that may carry the cyclospora parasite, which can cause prolonged watery diarrhea and frequent bowel movements. The CDC warns that consuming contaminated food may lead to these symptoms.
- You got the ‘explosive’ diarrhea parasite. Now what?
Hundreds of people have fallen ill due to a parasite causing 'explosive' diarrhea. The CDC reports at least 145 cases since May, with authorities still investigating the source, likely linked to contaminated food.
- CDPHE: No deaths in historic data for cyclosporiasis
Cyclosporiasis cases have increased in the United States and Colorado, but the Colorado Department of Public Health and Environment (CDPHE) notes these cases are common during summer months. The CDPHE confirmed no deaths in historic data related to the parasitic illness, which causes diarrhea.
- Chronic illness and diarrhea surge in quake-hit Venezuelan communities as humanitarian crisis builds
Chronic illness and diarrhea are surging in Venezuelan communities affected by recent earthquakes, exacerbating a growing humanitarian crisis. Victims are overwhelming relief services as the situation worsens.
- Recurring diarrhea could signal illness, Austin Public Health warns
A parasitic illness is spreading across the U.S., with the CDC investigating after at least 20 people were hospitalized. Austin Public Health warns that recurring diarrhea may signal the illness.
- Your gut takes a “double hit” from stress and late-night eating
Chronic stress combined with late-night eating (after 9 p.m.) significantly increases risks of constipation and diarrhea. The combination disrupts digestion and reduces beneficial gut bacteria diversity, creating a 'double hit' to gut health.