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A state is now reporting 700+ cases of ‘explosive’ diarrhea linked to parasite. Here’s what we know
Summary by Laredo News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Bobby Cushing , as published by KGNS — Sitewide
· July 7, 2026
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Key points Health officials are trying to control the outbreak, which has grown rapidly. A parasitic infection is affecting many people in Michigan.
A parasitic infection is affecting many people in Michigan. Health officials are trying to control the outbreak, which has grown rapidly. The number of cases has increased significantly in a short time.
The infection is thought to be linked to contaminated produce, but the exact source is not known. Some areas in Michigan are seeing more cases than others. Further information about the outbreak is available from state health officials in Michigan.
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Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KGNS — Sitewide ·
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