Michigan and other states see unusual spike in parasite that causes 'explosive' diarrhea

medicalxpress - A parasite that causes severe, watery diarrhea is spreading across the United States, and health officials in Michigan are racing to explain an unusual surge in cases.

AI Summary: Health officials are investigating an unusual surge in a parasite that causes violent, watery diarrhea, with Michigan among the hardest-hit areas. Public-health teams are tracing exposures, warning vulnerable populations, and urging hygiene measures as cases cluster across multiple states. The outbreak has prompted CDC tracking and local alerts amid rising gastrointestinal illness reports.


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