Federal health officials are continuing to investigate a nationwide increase in Cyclospora infections that has sickened hundreds of people, including more than a dozen reported in Georgia.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 843 confirmed domestically acquired cases have been reported in 31 states, resulting in 86 hospitalizations. No deaths have been reported. The agency says the number of cases is expected to rise because there is often a delay between when people become sick and when cases are confirmed and reported.
The CDC has not identified a specific food source linked to the nationwide increase.
What is Cyclospora?
Cyclospora is a microscopic parasite that spreads through contaminated food or water. Unlike many common stomach illnesses, it is not spread from person to person in the traditional sense…