The CDC confirmed 212 infections involved in a multistate Cyclosporiasis outbreak linked to Del Monte Fresh Produce vegetable trays as of July 5.
Cyclospora, a parasite that causes the intestinal illness Cyclosporiasis, has hit vegetable trays in Illinois, Indiana, Minnesota and Wisconsin.
The updated infection tally marks a 56-case increase from the 144 infections the CDC reported as of June 21.
The outbreak has caused seven hospitalizations, but no deaths. The CDC and FDA are still investigating the exact cause of the outbreak.
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