Cyclosporiasis Cases Rise Across 31 U.S. States

Why it matters locally: While the specific states affected have not been publicly disclosed, cyclosporiasis is a federally reportable disease, meaning California's state public health agencies would be involved in monitoring and responding to any potential cases within the state should it be one of the affected regions. Federal health authorities continue to investigate the source of these infections nationwide.

Federal health authorities have identified an increase in cyclosporiasis cases across 31 U.S. states. This intestinal illness causes symptoms including diarrhea and nausea, according to federal health officials investigating the surge. Investigators have not yet determined the source of these infections. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) office in Atlanta is involved in the ongoing investigation.