Two people have died in Michigan amid an outbreak of cyclosporiasis, state officials said. The illness is caused by Cyclospora, a parasite that can affect the digestive system and commonly causes diarrhea.
The deaths are being reported as the first in the United States linked to the current outbreak. Available reports did not provide further details about the individuals, including their ages, medical histories or the circumstances of their deaths.
Cyclosporiasis can spread when people consume food or water contaminated with the parasite. Health officials are investigating the outbreak and monitoring cases, while further information about its scope and source has not been provided.