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Kansas is facing a dramatic surge in cyclosporiasis cases, jumping to 461—nearly double from last week—with most victims aged 15 to 44 and women hit harder than men. The outbreak peaked in July, with 400 cases alone, and is part of a national crisis affecting over 18,000 people. Many Kansas cases linked to shredded iceberg lettuce from a specific supplier have prompted recalls. One woman from Hutchinson was hospitalized for days, requiring IV fluids and oxygen, and still suffers nightly oxygen needs. Health officials stress cyclosporiasis isn’t contagious and symptoms—watery diarrhea, cramps, fatigue—appear days to weeks after exposure. Prevention? Wash all produce thoroughly, scrub firm fruits and veggies, and refrigerate cut or cooked items immediately.

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