Health Update for Michigan Families about the Michigan Cyclospora Outbreak
The Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) is currently investigating an outbreak of cyclospora (cyclosporiasis) across the state and GLAMoms found some information along with links to additional resources for Greater Lansing area families.
The information below is from the Centers for Disease Control and State of Michigan, Department of Health and Human Services
What is Cyclospora?
A parasite that causes an intestinal illness called cyclosporiasis.
Symptoms
- Frequent watery diarrhea
- Loss of appetite
- Stomach cramps
- Bloating
- Nausea
- Fatigue
- Weight loss
- Low grade fever
- Symptoms can last for days or even weeks if untreated.
How does it spread?
Cyclospora is most commonly linked to contaminated fresh produce or contaminated water, not from casual person-to-person contact.
What should I do if I think I might have cyclosporiasis?
See your healthcare provider
Should I get tested?
This is at the discretion of your health care provider. Identifying cyclospora requires special lab tests not routinely done and they can determine whether stool testing is appropriate.
Current Michigan Update
MDHHS is investigating multiple cases. The source has not yet been identified. For updates, visit michigan.gov
Stay Updated
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For additional information about cyclosporiasis, visit the Centers for Disease Control HERE
CDC Fact Sheets are very helpful too
One of our favorite resources from the CDC is its public fact sheets, concise, printable, one-page summaries that make it easy to understand a health topic without sorting through lengthy medical information.
