At least 30 people in Maryland have become sick as part of a nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis that has infected thousands across the country.
Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the Cyclospora parasite. Symptoms can include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, bloating, nausea and fatigue. The illness may last for days or even weeks if left untreated.
Health officials are still working to determine the source of the outbreak. Cyclospora can spread when people consume food or water contaminated with fecal matter. Fresh produce can become contaminated through irrigation water or during growing, harvesting and processing…