Ohio sees second week of ‘significant’ increases in cyclosporiasis cases

By: Susan Tebben

Outlets: Ohio Capital Journal

Published: August 6, 2026

Words: 637

Last Updated: 1 week, 6 days ago

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Ohio has seen its second straight week of “significant increases” in cases of cyclosporiasis, the parasite that has been connected to leafy greens, and to severe diarrhea throughout the U.S, according to the state’s health director.

The Ohio Department of Health shows the state has seen nearly 4,000 cases since June 1.

The highest numbers come out of Lucas County, which has 553 cases to date since the beginning of the summer. Cuyahoga County has …

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