Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Know About Symptoms and Food Safety
A large outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea and intestinal illness, is spreading across the United States, affecting dozens of states. Health officials report nearly 7,000 potential cases are being investigated nationwide. The exact source is still unknown, but tainted lettuce has been suspected in some areas.
Reported by 13 outlets — NYT Home, CBS News, NBC News, NPR Health, Al Jazeera, and 2 more. See all sources ↓
The parasite has sickened thousands across the United States. Experts have tips on how to stay safe.
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Why it matters
13 outlets are covering this world story — one to watch as reporting develops.
- What's the story?
- A large outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrhea and intestinal illness, is spreading across the United States, affecting dozens of states. Health officials report nearly 7,000 potential cases are being investigated nationwide. The exact source is still unknown, but tainted lettuce has been suspected in some areas.
- How widely is it covered?
- 13 outlets, average source rating 7.9/10.
- When was it last updated?
- just now ago.
How outlets are framing the same story
Here's how each outlet is covering the story — compare their headlines and timing at a glance.
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How to protect yourself from the diarrhea-causing parasite as cyclosporiasis cases rise
Sources6TypeCoverageNYT Home
CBS News
NPR Health
Al Jazeera
LA Times California
The Hill
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Parasite outbreak spreads across U.S.
Sources1TypeCoverageNBC News