/newsroom/taxonomy/term/2843/all en /newsroom/channels/news/experts-cyclosporiasis-outbreak-373504 <p>There is an outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the United States. The foodborne illness, caused by the cyclospora parasite, is characterized by relapsing digestive symptoms, such as explosive diarrhea.</p> <p>The parasite is linked to contaminated fruits, vegetables and crop water, as well as unsanitary washroom facilities for agricultural workers.</p> <p>91Ë¿¹ÏÊÓƵ experts are available to comment on this topic:</p> Mon, 13 Jul 2026 17:15:44 +0000 kay.pettigrew@mcgill.ca 330428 at /newsroom