HERSHEY, Pennsylvania — Health officials are continuing to monitor a growing outbreak of cyclospora, a parasite that causes diarrheal illness, as confirmed cases increase across the United States. While the latest numbers are centered in Florida, the outbreak has drawn nationwide attention following a recall of lettuce products distributed to multiple states, including Pennsylvania.
Florida’s Department of Health has now reported 154 confirmed cyclospora infections and four additional suspected cases, making it one of the states closely tracking the spread of the parasite this summer.
Miami-Dade Reports the Highest Number of Cases
Among Florida counties, Miami-Dade County has recorded the highest number of confirmed infections with 33 cases. Broward County has reported 13 confirmed cases, while Monroe County has confirmed one infection.
State health officials said 98 of the confirmed infections were acquired within Florida, while the remaining cases were linked to travel elsewhere in the United States or internationally. Investigators continue working to determine potential exposure sources for affected patients…