CDC Investigates Multi-State Cyclospora Outbreak After 145+ Illnesses Reported Across 17 States
By Ciara Perez, Senior Multimedia Correspondent
iSkyNews.com (ISN) – Published July 4, 2026
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News Brief
- 145+ people have become sick in a multi-state Cyclospora outbreak.
- 17 states have reported cases between May 1 and June 16.
- 20 people have been hospitalized, but no deaths have been reported.
- Investigators have not yet identified the food responsible for the outbreak.
- The CDC says the investigation is ongoing and additional cases could still be reported.
ATLANTA, Ga. — Federal health officials are investigating a growing outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that causes intestinal illness, after more than 145 people across 17 states became sick in recent weeks.
According to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), all of the reported illnesses involved people who became infected while in the United States. None of the patients reported traveling internationally during the two weeks before becoming sick, leading investigators to believe the illnesses are linked to contaminated food consumed domestically.
The CDC, working alongside the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) and state health departments, is trying to determine exactly what food item caused the outbreak. At this time, no specific product has been identified.
Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that spreads when people eat or drink something contaminated. Fresh produce has been linked to several outbreaks in previous years.
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| CDC Investigates Multi-State Cyclospora Outbreak After 145+ Illnesses Reported Across 17 States |
People infected with the parasite commonly experience watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, fatigue, loss of appetite, bloating, weight loss, and sometimes a low-grade fever. Symptoms usually begin about a week after exposure and can last for several weeks if left untreated.
So far, 20 people have been hospitalized, though the CDC says no deaths have been reported.
Health officials recommend washing fresh fruits and vegetables before eating them, practicing good hand hygiene, and contacting a healthcare provider if you develop severe or prolonged diarrhea.
The CDC notes that Cyclospora cases are most common during the spring and summer months, when fresh produce consumption is at its highest. The investigation remains active, and officials say additional cases may be identified as more reports come in.
Source: U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
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