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What to know about the parasitic diarrhea outbreak

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  • Theresa Gaffney

  • July 15, 2026

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    As of yesterday, 1,645 cases of cyclosporiasis have been lab-confirmed in the U.S., with over 5,100 cases pending analysis according to the CDC.

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    Federal health officials are uncertain about the produce or suppliers linked to the cyclosporiasis outbreak and will provide updates weekly.

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    Michigan officials have issued a warning that lettuce or salad greens may be involved in the outbreak, which complicates tracing potential sources.

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    HCA Healthcare reported a $400 million income loss due to treating more uninsured patients after the expiration of ACA enhanced subsidies.

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    Ninety percent of infants globally received at least one dose of the diphtheria, tetanus, and pertussis vaccine last year, according to WHO and UNICEF.

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