In response to an alarming increase in cyclosporiasis cases, health officials across the United States are conducting a thorough investigation. This intestinal infection is linked to contaminated fresh produce,

A diarrhoea-causing parasite outbreak has spread in a number of US states, with thousands of cases reported in recent weeks.

According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, 17 states have confirmed cases from early May to June 16, including Illinois , Maryland , Massachusetts , New York and Texas.