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‘Explosive’ diarrhea illness detected in multiple states. See where most cases are being reported
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· July 1, 2026
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Key points According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 145 cases have been reported. Health officials have reported a spike in cases of a parasitic illness that causes severe symptoms.
Health officials have reported a spike in cases of a parasitic illness that causes severe symptoms. The illness, known as cyclosporiasis, can lead to "explosive" diarrhea among other issues.
According to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, at least 145 cases have been reported. The source provides more information on where most cases are being reported, for those interested in learning more about the outbreak.
Further details on the illness and affected areas can be found through the provided news source, offering more insight into the situation for concerned readers in the Midland , TX area.
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Category: local Published: July 1, 2026 Source: KOSA CBS7 / First Alert 7 (Permian Basin CBS) Reading time: 1 min
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