parasitic illness
Coverage of parasitic illness in the Nexus archive.
- What is cyclosporiasis, the parasitic illness causing ‘explosive’ diarrhea?
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing 'explosive' diarrhea, has surged in Michigan and 18 U.S. states, with Michigan reporting its largest outbreak in history (nearly 1,000 cases) compared to its usual annual 50 cases. Ohio has also seen a sharp rise, with 177 cases as of July 2. The CDC notes it is rarely life-threatening but can have severe effects.
- Map: Where cases of 'explosive' diarrhea-causing parasitic illness have been reported
A parasitic illness causing 'explosive' diarrhea has been reported in various locations, but the cause of the recent spike in cases remains unclear.
- 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.
- Parasitic illness cases are spiking: The symptoms to watch for, including 'explosive' diarrhea
Parasitic illness cases are spiking, with symptoms including 'explosive' diarrhea. While such cases are common this time of year, the current number is causing concern.
- Parasitic illness cases are spiking: The symptoms to watch for, including 'explosive' diarrhea
Cases of parasitic illness are spiking, causing concern despite being common this time of year. Symptoms to watch for include 'explosive' diarrhea.
- Parasitic illness cases are spiking: The symptoms to watch for, including ‘explosive’ diarrhea
Parasitic illness cases are spiking, with symptoms to watch for including 'explosive' diarrhea. While such cases are common this time of year, the current number is causing concern.
- 'Explosive' diarrhea parasite hits Illinois as CDC searches for source
Illinois is experiencing cases of a parasitic illness causing 'explosive' diarrhea that can persist for over a month. The CDC is investigating the source of the outbreak.