USA reports two deaths from cyclosporiasis in outbreak
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The United States has recorded the first two deaths from cyclosporiasis since the start of an outbreak affecting nine states. Authorities are investigating lettuce produced in Mexico as a possible source of infection.
US authorities have confirmed the first two deaths associated with an outbreak of cyclosporiasis in the country.2,1 Both deaths occurred in people with underlying diseases that may have worsened the infection.2 The outbreak of cyclosporiasis already affects nine states in the US.2
Cyclosporiasis is caused by a microscopic parasite that can contaminate fresh food or water.1 Infection can cause severe diarrhea in infected people.1 Authorities are investigating lettuce produced in central Mexico as a possible source of the outbreak.2
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