July 13, 2026

Cyclospora Outbreak Surges Past 3,300 Cases Amid Funding Cuts

The cyclospora outbreak has now infected over 3,300 people in Michigan alone, with reports of increased cases in Illinois, Virginia, Ohio, and New York.
The CDC's case count may be significantly low due to cuts in surveillance programs, which previously included monitoring for cyclospora.
Experts emphasize that the reduction in monitoring hampers the ability to track the outbreak effectively and respond to foodborne illness threats.