North Carolina Reports 69 Cyclospora Cases as CDC Probes 140 Infections in 17 States
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Updated · WRAL News · Jul 3
North Carolina Reports 69 Cyclospora Cases as CDC Probes 140 Infections in 17 States
3 articles · Updated · WRAL News · Jul 3
Summary
North Carolina logged 69 cyclosporiasis cases since early June through July 2, with most reports concentrated in Wake County and no hospitalizations reported.
More than 140 cases across 17 states have put the CDC on alert, but officials still have not identified whether one contaminated product is driving the nationwide rise.
Cyclospora infections typically climb in June and July because the parasite is often carried on raw fresh produce, while symptoms can take 2 to 14 days to appear and complicate patient recall.
North Carolina says the current cases do not yet meet its outbreak threshold, though officials expect more reports in coming weeks and are using expanded interviews, ingredient tracebacks and CDC genetic testing.
A 2024 North Carolina outbreak topped 130 cases and was later tied to a shrimp-and-parsley salad, underscoring why health officials urge produce washing, safe food temperatures and stool testing for severe illness.