Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA cyclospora infection (CDC)A significant rise in cyclospora infections has been reported in the UK, primarily affecting travellers returning from Mexico. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) recorded 67 cases across England, Wales and Scotland between 30 April and 15 July 2026, with 48 linked to travel in Mexico. Symptoms include severe gastrointestinal issues like 'explosive diarrhoea' and vomiting, though infections are generally not life-threatening. Many affected individuals had stayed at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico's Riviera Maya and Cancún regions, consuming various food and drink. UKHSA advises travellers to Mexico to practise stringent food and water hygiene, including avoiding uncooked berries, herbs, unpeeled fruit, and salad items, to reduce infection risk. In fullCyclospora: Explosive diarrhoea infection spreads to UK as officials issue holiday warningMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
Brits warned about ‘explosive diarrhoea’ cyclospora infection
Jump to contentThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged inAllNewsSportCultureLifestyleA cyclospora infection (CDC)A significant rise in cyclospora infections has been reported in the UK, primarily affecting travellers returning from Mexico. The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) recorded 67 cases across England, Wales and Scotland between 30 April and 15 July 2026, with 48 linked to travel in Mexico. Symptoms include severe gastrointestinal issues like 'explosive diarrhoea' and vomiting, though infections are generally not life-threatening. Many affected individuals had stayed at all-inclusive resorts in Mexico's Riviera Maya and Cancún regions, consuming various food and drink. UKHSA advises travellers to Mexico to practise stringent food and water hygiene, including avoiding uncooked berries, herbs, unpeeled fruit, and salad items, to reduce infection risk. In fullCyclospora: Explosive diarrhoea infection spreads to UK as officials issue holiday warningMore bulletinsThank you for registeringPlease refresh the page or navigate to another page on the site to be automatically logged inPlease refresh your browser to be logged in
