Kentucky has seen a significant surge in cyclosporiasis cases, with the state’s health department confirming a total of 735 cases as of early August. The most impacted counties are Jefferson, Fayette, and Madison, with 48, 43, and 25 confirmed cases, respectively.
Cyclosporiasis Outbreak
According to the Kentucky Department for Public Health, 387 cases have been confirmed in a laboratory, while 348 cases remain under investigation. The outbreak has resulted in 30 hospitalizations across the state.
Nationally, the CDC has reported over 10,400 confirmed cases of cyclosporiasis, with 517 hospitalizations and two deaths. The outbreak is affecting 47 states, with the majority of cases reported in the summer months.
Original reporting: WTVQ (Lexington) — read the source article.
