Outbreak
OUTBREAK|
UPDATE 1: MORE PEOPLE SICK
CDC Investigation into Multi-state, Food-borne, Cyclosporiasis Outbreaks. Investigation Ongoing.
JUL 14, 2026
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Cyclospora
Severity
5100 cases reported, 1645 people sick (confirmed) and 141 hospitalized across 34 states since May 2026. The true number of people sick is likely higher than the number reported. Exact food sources of contamination remain under investigation. However, past U.S. cyclosporiasis outbreaks have been linked to fresh produce, including parsley, cilantro, snow peas, spinach, mesclun lettuce, salad mixes, and berries. Investigation is ongoing.
Who's At Risk?
People traveling or living in tropical or subtropical regions of the world may be at increased risk because cyclosporiasis is common in those regions. However, people living in other areas can become infected with Cyclospora by consuming food or water that has been contaminated with the parasite.
Symptoms
Watery diarrhea (may be prolonged or relapsing), loss of appetite, weight loss, cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, vomiting, body aches, headache, low-grade fever. People experience symptoms about 2 - 14 days after consuming food or drinking water containing Cyclospora. Symptoms can last anywhere from a few days to a month or longer.