The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) is planning to establish a formal response team to address a nationwide outbreak of Cyclospora, a parasite that has sickened nearly 23,000 individuals across 47 states, resulting in two deaths and over 500 hospitalizations. Michigan health officials reported the two fatalities on August 5, 2026. The CDC's response has been criticized for delays, as updates on the outbreak have not yet been reflected on public health pages. A spokesperson for the Department of Health and Human Services indicated that information regarding the outbreak will be updated within the week. The outbreak began in June 2026, and the list of states with linked cases has expanded from nine to 15, according to reports from The Washington Post.
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CDC Plans Response Team Amid Nationwide Cyclospora Outbreak
The CDC is set to create a formal response team to tackle a Cyclospora outbreak that has affected nearly 23,000 people in 47 states, leading to two deaths and over 500 hospitalizations. Delays in updating public health information have raised concerns about the response to the outbreak, which began in June 2026.
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CDC Plans Response Team Amid Nationwide Cyclospora Outbreak