Michigan’s state health department introduced a webpage with information about the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak as the total number of cases neared 1,000.
LANSING, Mich. (WJRT) – Michigan’s state health department introduced a webpage with information about the ongoing cyclosporiasis outbreak as the total number of cases neared 1,000.
As of Wednesday afternoon, the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services has received 992 reports of cyclosporiasis since June 22. No specific produce grower, supplier or type of produce has been identified as the source of the outbreak.
Case counts reflect all cases of cyclosporiasis reported during the outbreak investigation period.
The webpage provides information on all current and recent infectious disease outbreaks in Michigan, including case counts, outbreak updates, and resources for the public and health care providers.
Case counts will be updated daily on the state webpage by 10:30 a.m. The data will reflect cases reported through 9:30 a.m.
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite. The main symptom of infection is frequent, watery, explosive diarrhea. Other symptoms can include nausea, loss of appetite, cramping or intestinal pain, bloating, weight loss, vomiting and fatigue.
In Michigan, the outbreak is primarily affecting Monroe, Lenawee, Washtenaw, Wayne, Shiawassee, Jackson, Oakland and Livingston counties. Several communities in other states like Ohio and New York are reporting cases as well.
MDHHS says anyone experiencing gastrointestinal illness, such as sudden and ongoing diarrhea, should contact their health care provider and their local health department.