Cyclospora is a parasite composed of one cell, too small to be seen without a microscope. The organism was previously thought to be a blue-green alga or a large form of Cryptosporidium. Cyclospora cayetanensis is the only species of this organism found in humans.
The first known human cases of illness caused by Cyclospora infection (that is, cyclosporiasis) were first discovered in 1977. An increase in the number of cases being reported began in the mid-1980s, in part due to the availability of better diagnostic techniques. Over 15,000 cases are estimated to occur each year in the United States.
The first outbreak in North America occurred in 1990 from contaminated water. Since then, several outbreaks of cyclosporiasis have been reported in the U.S. and Canada, many associated with eating fresh fruits or vegetables. In some developing countries, cyclosporiasis is common among the population and travelers to those areas have become infected as well.
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September 30, 2023
What are the Advancements in the Diagnosis of Cyclospora
Cyclosporiasis is usually diagnosed symptomatically in clinical settings, including the presence of watery diarrhea, abdominal cramping, and bloating. In untreated, immunocompetent people, the diarrhea can last from days to weeks...
July 12, 2023
The Health Effects of Cyclospora Exposure
Cyclospora infects the small intestine (bowel) and usually causes watery diarrhea, bloating, increased gas, stomach cramps, and loss of appetite, nausea, low-grade fever, and fatigue. In some cases, vomiting, explosive...
June 29, 2023
Marler Clark Files the Second Case in National Cyclospora Outbreak - Food Poisoning Sickens 210 in 22 States
The Cyclospora attorneys at Marler Clark have filed the second lawsuit in a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened 210 individuals in 22 states. The lawsuit was filed on behalf...
June 23, 2023
Marler Clark Files the First Case in National Cyclospora Outbreak
Ouray, CO – The Cyclospora attorneys at Marler Clark have filed the first lawsuit in a nationwide Cyclospora outbreak that has sickened 210 individuals in 22 states. The lawsuit was...
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Cyclospora litigation at Marler Clark
The Marler Clark Cyclospora attorneys are the only lawyers in the nation with a practice focused exclusively on plaintiff foodborne illness litigation.
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Cyclospora litigation at Marler Clark
Marler Clark has documented their litigation for victims in 5 Cyclospora cases. The Marler Clark Cyclospora lawyers have unmatched experience representing victims of Cyclospora. We have represented hundreds of victims of Cyclospora outbreaks.
2023
Marler Clark Files the Second Case in National Cyclospora Outbreak - Food Poisoning Sickens 210 in 22 States
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How Does Fresh Produce Spread Cyclospora?
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Fresh Express Bagged Lettuce Cyclospora Outbreak and Litigation - Multistate (2020)
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Fresh Express Cyclospora Outbreak and Litigation - Multistate (2018)
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Del Monte Cyclospora Outbreak and Litigation - Wisconsin (2018)
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