The illness is caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, which spreads via food or water contaminated with feces, usually on farms. Health officials are still investigating the sourc

Just as summer plans are ramping up for millions of families in the United States, a parasitic infection is also on the rise. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention issued a warning to Americans about the illness that causes severe diarrhea and can last for weeks.

Here are signs to look out for — and which foods to avoid.

Cyclospora outbreaks are tied to raw produce.

Kansas reports 55 cases of cyclosporiasis as health officials investigate a national surge in the parasitic illness.

Share on Pinterest A parasitic infection that causes diarrhea has been detected in 34 states. Investigations into the cause of the spread are ongoing. Image Credit: Catherine McQueen/Getty The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) issued a ...

Lettuce served at Taco Bell has been identified as a source of Cyclospora infections affecting people across five states.

Cases of cyclosporiasis are rising across 31 states, including Florida. Here is what to know about the parasite and how to stay safe.

More Than 1,000 Michigan Residents Have Been Diagnosed With a Parasitic Infection in the Largest Outbreak of Its Kind in State History