Cyclospora Outbreak Sickens Hundreds in US

A nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis, caused by a parasite leading to explosive diarrhea, has sickened hundreds of Americans, with authorities suspecting contaminated fresh produce.

The CDC warns that official case counts likely capture only a fraction of infections, and the outbreak is expected to worsen.

Health officials are advising consumers to wash and cook produce thoroughly, though no specific item has been identified as the source.

The outbreak has drawn widespread media attention, including a segment on The Daily Show.