US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite

Federal health officials are currently investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora. As of Wednesday, the outbreak has affected 72 people. The Food and Drug Administration is involved in the investigation into this parasite outbreak. The US health officials are working to address the situation as they track the number of infected individuals and analyze the cause of the spread to protect public health across the country during this ongoing medical emergency.