A seasonal increase in cases of cyclosporiasis has been reported in Texas and 16 other states. This intestinal illness can cause severe diarrhea, among other symptoms.

The illness is typically spread through contaminated food or water. U.S. health officials are monitoring the situation.

Further information on the outbreak is available from the Centers for Disease Control and other health officials, who are tracking the spike in cases. Details on the illness and its spread can be found through local news sources, including KOSA CBS7.