Primele decese raportate în urma epidemiei de ciclosporiază, în Michigan
Two individuals in Michigan have died linked to a cyclospora outbreak, marking the first known fatalities associated with this infection in the U.S. health officials reported. Both had significant pre-existing conditions that may have been exacerbated by the infection and dehydration. The outbreak has led to over 11,000 reported cases in Michigan, with 193 hospitalizations. Cyclospora is caused by a microscopic parasite that can contaminate food and water, leading to severe diarrhea. The CDC noted a significant increase in cases this year, with over 18,000 domestic cases identified. A recall of contaminated iceberg lettuce from Taylor Farms has been issued.