Americans across dozens of states have fallen victim to a microscopic foodborne parasite that can cause "explosive diarrhoea", US health authorities said.

There are now more than 700 cases in Michigan, up from just 572 over the weekend, as other states also see increase

An unprecedented 700-plus cases have been reported in Michigan alone

Cases of cyclosporiasis, an infection that causes "explosive" diarrhea, are on the rise throughout the United States, health officials said Wednesday.

Cyclosporiasis is passed through contaminated food and water

In mehreren US-Bundesstaaten erkranken derzeit ungewöhnlich viele Menschen an schweren Durchfallerkrankungen. Die Beschwerden können wochenlang anhalten.

In mehreren US-Bundesstaaten erkranken derzeit ungewöhnlich viele Menschen an schweren Durchfallerkrankungen. Die Beschwerden können wochenlang anhalten.

Hundreds of cyclosporiasis cases have been reported across the US. Here's where they're occurring and tips to help reduce your risk of infection.

Health officials are reporting record numbers of the unpleasant gastrointestinal infection in southeastern Michigan.

A "large and growing outbreak"

Michigan alone has reported more than 700 cases of the seasonal food poisoning parasite often linked to fresh produce. Why haven't we found the cause?

Michigan — the state with the highest infection count — recorded 1,251 total cases of Cyclosporiasis on Thursday, a 26% jump from the previous day.

A cyclosporiasis outbreak has affected multiple US states, causing thousands of cases of explosive diarrhoea linked to contaminated food or water.

Michigan is the hardest hit, now reporting over 1,200 cases

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The outbreak is the largest in Michigan’s history, with more seen across the country.

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Cases of cyclosporiasis continue to climb rapidly as 13 new states reported infections. See map tracking the spread.

Americans across dozens of states have fallen victim to a microscopic foodborne parasite that can cause "explosive diarrhoea", US health authorities said.

A widespread parasite outbreak in the US causes diarrhea, affecting 31 states; learn about symptoms, transmission, and prevention.

A widespread cyclosporiasis outbreak is affecting Americans, with 31 states reporting cases of severe gastrointestinal illness.