North Carolina Reports 110 Cyclospora Cases Since June as CDC Probes 140 Cases in 17 States
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Updated · WRAL News · Jul 6
North Carolina Reports 110 Cyclospora Cases Since June as CDC Probes 140 Cases in 17 States
2 articles · Updated · WRAL News · Jul 6
Summary
110 cyclosporiasis cases have been reported in North Carolina since early June, with most in Wake County and none currently classified by state officials as an outbreak.
More than 140 cases across 17 states are under CDC investigation, including at least 20 hospitalizations, but officials still do not know whether one contaminated product is driving the rise.
2 to 14 days can pass before symptoms appear, making food histories hard to reconstruct; investigators say ingredients such as cilantro and parsley are especially difficult to trace once mixed into meals.
North Carolina strengthened its response after a 2024 outbreak of more than 130 cases tied to three Wake County restaurants was later linked to a shrimp and parsley salad.
June and July typically bring more Cyclospora infections because fresh produce is often eaten raw, and health officials urged residents to wash produce, keep food out of the 40-140°F danger zone and seek care for severe diarrhea.