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The 'Explosive' Illness Is Reeking Havoc
Reported by Alecia Venkataraman, Michael Jorge, Myles Machin
- Published: Jul 29, 2026, 11:54 PM EDT
- Updated: Jul 22, 2026, 3:03 PM EDT
- Duration: 30 sec
More than 11,000 people across 41 states have been diagnosed with cyclosporiasis, according to CDC tracking data. The illness, caused by a microscopic parasite, leads to sudden and severe diarrhea. Cases have been reported nationwide, suggesting the outbreak is not limited to one region or food source. Health officials are continuing to monitor the spread as case numbers grow.
Credits
- Elnaz RafattalebiActor
- Fletcher McDanielActor
- Alecia VenkataramanCinematic Journalist, Director
- Frank SinkularDigital Asset Specialist
- Michael JorgeSenior Video Editor
- Myles MachinVideo Editor
- Rachel CapuanoCasting Producer
Transcript
Oh, give me one second.
I- Oh, okay Oh my goodness.
I feel so bad for her.
Sorry about that.
I'm good.
Uh, yeah.
This is happening to so many people.
Excuse me.
11,000 cases across 41 states.
Everything all good?
Yeah.
It's called cyclosporiasis.
No.
It's a parasite.
She really doesn't want to be here.
It makes this happen