Norton Healthcare Reports 10 Kentucky Cyclosporiasis Cases as 28 States See Summer Rise

3 articles · Updated · WLKY Louisville · Jul 8

10 adult cyclosporiasis cases were diagnosed by Norton Healthcare in Kentucky over the past two weeks, with none requiring hospitalization.
The parasitic infection causes severe gastrointestinal illness, including what Norton described as “explosive” diarrhea, and is typically linked to contaminated raw produce such as berries and salad greens.
28 other states have reported similar illnesses in recent months, with Michigan nearing 1,000 cases in about two weeks, Illinois reporting 141 cases, and New York logging dozens since May.
The outbreak source has not been identified, and officials say there is no evidence of person-to-person spread.
CDC guidance focuses on washing hands and produce and promptly refrigerating cut fruits and vegetables; illness can last from two days to more than two weeks.

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With the source unknown, should consumers avoid all raw produce to guarantee their safety?

Why does this 'summer sickness' outbreak keep recurring despite modern food safety regulations?

Are we seeing a true surge in food contamination, or just better detection of the parasite?