- North Carolina has reported a total of 718 cases and 24 hospitalizations of cyclosporiasis since May, according to health officials.
- On July 28, health officials reported 157 new cases since the last update on July 21.
- Eight new hospitalizations linked to the disease were reported, bringing the total to 24 since May.
- As of now, no specific source has been identified for the cases in North Carolina.
- The increase in cyclosporiasis cases in North Carolina does not appear to be associated with the outbreak in other states.
- Cases in North Carolina have been linked to foods including parsley, cilantro, and lettuce, according to health officials.
- Health officials noted that there may be multiple sources of exposure, as many cases did not report eating either parsley or cilantro before becoming sick.
- Federal, state, and local health officials are working together to identify sources of exposure and learn more about the nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis.
North Carolina is experiencing a significant rise in cyclosporiasis cases, with a total of 718 reported since May. The latest update on July 28 revealed 157 new cases and eight additional hospitalizations, bringing the total to 24 hospitalizations overall.1234
Health officials have noted that while cases have been linked to foods such as parsley and cilantro, no specific source has been confirmed. They indicated that many cases did not report consuming these foods prior to falling ill, suggesting multiple sources of exposure may exist.781011
The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NCDHHS) stated that the increase in cases does not appear to be connected to outbreaks in other states. The CDC has warned that actual cases may exceed lab-confirmed numbers, highlighting the potential for a broader issue.
Federal, state, and local health officials are collaborating to identify the sources of exposure and to address the nationwide outbreak of cyclosporiasis, which has affected more than 30 states.
The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has identified a supplier of lettuce linked to Taco Bell, which has since recalled its product. However, as of now, no definitive source for the North Carolina cases has been established.
“The North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services confirmed a total of 718 cases and 24 hospitalizations since May, with 157 new cases reported on July 28. Health officials are working to identify sources of exposure, as many cases did not report eating commonly linked foods like parsley or cilantro.”
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