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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
Health
Julia Musto

Top produce grower warns US may not have hit ‘peak’ of foodborne illnesses as officials insist food supply is safe

A nasty stomach illness caused by a parasite is surging across the U.S. but experts warn the country remains at risk of more outbreaks of different foodborne illnesses in the future.

Cyclosporiasis has gripped the nation this summer, with outbreaks leading to more than 16,000 cases and over 300 hospitalizations. Infections can cause severe dehydration and explosive diarrhea but aren’t typically fatal.

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