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CDC hunts source of 'explosive' diarrhea outbreak

CDC is tracking the source of a parasite that causes ‘explosive’ diarrhea

Cases of cyclosporiasis, a nasty parasitic infection that causes “explosive” watery diarrhea, have sickened dozens of people in Michigan and other parts of the United States.

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CDC warns of explosive diarrhea parasite on rise in US; Here symptoms and how to treat

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CDC seeks source of parasitic outbreak linked to ‘explosive’ diarrhea in multiple states

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Tips to prevent cyclospora infection and explosive diarrhea

More than 170 Michiganders have contracted cyclosporiasis, a parasitic gastrointestinal illness that causes explosive, watery diarrhea.

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What to know about the diarrhea parasite outbreak

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Michigan parasitic outbreak grows as experts race to identify source

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CDC monitors parasite outbreak that has sickened at least 300 people across 18 states

The Michigan state health department reported at least another 170 cases in seven counties over the past nine days.

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Parasitic illness cases are spiking: The symptoms to watch for, including ‘explosive’ diarrhea

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Texas Among Hardest Hit as Explosive Diarrhea Parasite Spreads

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Mystery parasite leaves Americans battling ‘explosive' illness as CDC investigates

The CDC reports 145 confirmed cyclosporiasis cases across 17 states as the parasitic outbreak season climbs, with 20 patients hospitalized so far.

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Former CDC official: RFK Jr.'s response to measles "not based on science"

Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest from the health agency, said the spread of misinformation impacted lives.

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CDC tracks 145 cases of intestinal illness caused by tiny parasite across 17 states, including Florida and Georgia

Federal health officials are monitoring a growing number of cyclosporiasis cases this summer, with 145 infections reported across 17 states as of mid-June 2026.

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CDC reports early, strong start to West Nile virus season

With the Fourth of July weekend approaching, health officials are urging Tampa Bay area residents to protect themselves against mosquito bites as the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) tracks an early and strong start to the West Nile virus season.

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Former CDC chief medical officer Debra Houry discusses her resignation over RFK Jr.'s policies

In a CBS News exclusive, "Face the Nation" moderator and chief foreign affairs correspondent Margaret Brennan spoke with former CDC chief medical officer Dr. Debra Houry, who resigned in protest after HHS Secretary Robert F.

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CDC raises Ebola response to highest level: 6 updates

CDC raises Ebola response to highest level, deploying staff and updating guidelines amid rising cases in Congo and Uganda.

CDC Alerts: Hot Tub at Vacation Rental Linked to Legionnaires — Inspect Yours Today

A report from the CDC's MMWR released on June 11, 2026, confirmed that a hot tub located at a private vacation rental in western New York was responsible for a Legionnaires' disease outbreak, identified through whole-genome sequencing that linked the outbreak strain to the rental's water system.

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CDC Updates Guidance for Investigation of Locally-Acquired Malaria in the US

The CDC released updated operational guidance for investigating locally-acquired mosquito-transmitted malaria in the US.

CDC urges people to prevent mosquito bites as West Nile virus season hits a strong, early start

West Nile virus season is off to its earliest and worst start since 2004. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention confirmed 48 cases as of June 30.