Cyclosporiasis spreading across the US — what you need to know
Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic infection spread through contaminated food and water, is expanding across the United States.
• Caused by the Cyclospora cayetanensis parasite
• Symptoms include watery diarrhea, fatigue, and abdominal cramps
• Typically appears 7–10 days after exposure
• Treatable with antibiotics; prevention relies on food hygiene