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- Michigan has reported the first confirmed US deaths linked to a Cyclopsora outbreak, with two residents who had underlying health conditions dying after severe intestinal illness and dehydration.
- The parasite has sickened more than 20,000 people nationwide, with federal investigators tracing a major portion of the outbreak to lettuce imported from Mexico and served at Taco Bell restaurants in nine states.
- Cyclospora is a parasite spread through contaminated food or water, causing symptoms like watery diarrhea and cramping that can last weeks if untreated.
- Deaths from the infection are extremely rare, and the CDC says its investigation remains ongoing.
What to watch next
- Whether the nationwide case count rises further beyond the estimated 20,000
- CDC findings on additional foods, restaurants, retailers or distributors linked to the outbreak
- Any further severe cases or hospitalizations reported by state health officials
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