More than 100 new Cyclospora cases confirmed in Kentucky

KENTUCKY (FOX 56) — Kentucky’s Cyclosporiasis case count continues to climb.

The Kentucky Department for Public Health (KDPH) reported Aug. 5 that 735 cases were reported to the CDC. Of those cases, 387 were confirmed, while 348 were under investigation.

That is 113 new confirmed cases since last week. KDPH said 30 people were hospitalized.

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Cases are also surging nationwide, with outbreaks linked to contaminated produce. In Kentucky, Jefferson County has the most confirmed cases, with 48 cases. Fayette County has 43, and Madison County has 25…

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