More Than 400 Sick as CDC Searches for Mystery Outbreak Source
Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky Affected
The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is investigating a growing Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened over 400 people in four Midwestern states. The actual number of cases is likely much higher, according to the CDC.
Outbreak Details
The outbreak has been reported in Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, and Kentucky. People linked to the outbreak reported becoming sick on or after June 22, 2026. Symptoms can vary and usually appear about one week after infection.
Investigation Underway
Investigators are interviewing people who became sick to learn what foods they ate before their symptoms began. So far, no specific food has been confirmed as the source of the outbreak. Health agencies are continuing to gather information in an effort to identify what caused the outbreak.
Concern About Rising Cases
The CDC is concerned about the rise in cyclosporiasis cases since the beginning of May. In addition to the large multistate outbreak, federal and state officials are investigating several other clusters of illness across the United States.
What to Do if You Have Symptoms
If you develop symptoms of cyclosporiasis, contact your healthcare provider promptly. Symptoms may continue for several days, a month, or even longer without treatment.
Help Investigators Find the Contaminated Food
People diagnosed with cyclosporiasis may be contacted by local or state health officials. Providing detailed information about the foods you ate during the two weeks before you became ill can help health agencies identify the food responsible for the outbreak.
Stay Informed
Consumers should stay up to date on food recalls and outbreaks through official sources like the CDC and FDA websites.
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