CDC: Over 5,100 Unconfirmed Cyclosporiasis Cases Reported As Outbreak Source Remains Unknown Pequeño is a breaking news reporter who covers tech and more.Jul 14, 2026, 02:41pm EDTToplineThe Centers for Disease Control and Prevention has identified 1,645 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis across 34 states, according to a Tuesday press conference, though the agency also found 5,100 unconfirmed cases of the parasitic illness and warned of further spread into August.CDC provided an update on cyclosporiasis cases Tuesday.Photo by Sandra Mu/Getty ImagesKey FactsWhile cases have been found in 34 states, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia and Kentucky have been identified as main states in this year’s outbreak. Michigan, which has been independently tracking its outbreak, identified 3,309 cyclosporiasis cases Tuesday, noting 44 people have been hospitalized.The Washington Post reported Tuesday that public health officials are looking into whether Taco Bell played a role in the outbreak. This is a developing story. Check back for updates.LOADING VIDEO PLAYER...FORBES’ FEATURED Video
CDC Identifies 5,100 Possible Cyclosporiasis Cases—Expects More
The CDC has confirmed 1,645 cases of the parasitic illness, though it is aware of more than 5,100 cases that still require further analysis to confirm they are cyclosporiasis.
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