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Michigan’s facing a major Cyclosporiasis outbreak with over 2,600 confirmed cases—way above the usual 40-50 per year. Health officials point to lettuce and salad greens as the likely source, based on interviews with over 1,000 sick people. While no specific brand or farm has been identified yet, lettuce keeps showing up as the common link. The parasite causes severe watery diarrhea, nausea, and cramps, and it’s strictly foodborne—not from water or pools. To stay safe: buy whole lettuce, discard outer leaves, wash thoroughly, or cook greens to 158°F. If you’re in Michigan and have prolonged diarrhea, see a doctor and specifically ask for Cyclospora testing—regular stool tests might miss it. The investigation is still ongoing.

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