Michigan Parasite Outbreak Shows Signs of Slowing After 14,000 Cases
Weekly growth in cyclosporiasis infections has eased, but health officials continue surveillance and investigation of the large foodborne outbreak.
Michigan has recorded 14,277 cyclosporiasis cases, but a smaller weekly increase suggests the outbreak may be beginning to slow.
Cyclospora is a parasite commonly associated with contaminated fresh produce and can cause prolonged gastrointestinal illness. Wayne and Oakland counties have reported the largest numbers of infections.
A slowing curve is encouraging, but it does not end the public-health task. Source tracing, food-chain controls and clear advice for patients remain necessary until transmission is firmly contained.
Reporting basis: NewsRena Editorial Desk review of reporting by Reuters.
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