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 20 outlets — NYT Home, The Guardian US, CBS News, NBC News, NPR Health, and 5 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
20 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?
- 20 outlets, average source rating 7.8/10.
- When was it last updated?
- 2m 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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What makes this cyclospora outbreak different — and why it might not end until August
Sources8TypeCoverageNYT Home
CBS News
NBC News
NPR Health
The Hill
Al Jazeera
MarketWatch
LA Times California
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Cyclospora is easy for doctors to miss. The US made it even harder to spot | Robert B Shpiner
Sources1TypeCoverageThe Guardian US
- Coverage card1 outlet3CoverageScouting report
Cyclospora cases rise rapidly in U.S., with no source yet confirmed
Sources1TypeCoverageSeattle Times