California not seeing rise in cyclosporiasis cases, health officials say

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reported 843 cases of cyclosporiasis nationwide, according to NPR. This gastrointestinal illness can cause severe diarrhea, and thousands of cases are currently confirmed or under investigation across the United States. However, the California Department of Public Health stated that the Golden State is not experiencing an increase in cases. No local outbreaks have been identified in California, distinguishing it from other states seeing a rise in the illness.