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Wisconsin Cyclosporiasis Cases Spike This Summer
28 Jul
Summary
- Over 100 cyclosporiasis cases reported in Wisconsin this summer.
- The intestinal illness has caused three hospitalizations in Wisconsin.
- Nationwide, over 4,000 cases have been reported, with hundreds hospitalized.
Wisconsin is experiencing a significant outbreak of cyclosporiasis this summer, with over 100 cases reported since May 1. This intestinal illness, caused by the parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, has resulted in three hospitalizations within the state. Nationally, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has recorded thousands of cases, leading to hundreds of hospitalizations.
Cyclosporiasis symptoms commonly include watery diarrhea, loss of appetite, and fatigue, though some infected individuals remain asymptomatic. The infection is usually contracted by consuming contaminated food or water. While cases typically rise in warmer months, the illness is generally not life-threatening.
The typical cyclosporiasis season in Wisconsin runs from May 1 to August 31. This year's domestic case count in the state is considerably higher than the usual 20 to 30 cases. Public health officials are monitoring the situation closely.
