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US sees 16,000+ cyclosporiasis cases; tracking at risk

7/30/2026

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The United States reported more than 16,000 cyclosporiasis cases and over 300 hospitalizations this summer.
Dan Jernigan, former CDC center director, warned that dropping cyclosporiasis from FoodNet eliminates a key risk-tracking system.
Emily Hilliard, HHS spokesperson, said the CDC continues to monitor cyclospora and denied that 2025 staffing cuts affected FDA investigators.

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The United States reported more than 16,000 cyclosporiasis cases and over 300 hospitalizations this summer.
Dan Jernigan, former CDC center director, warned that dropping cyclosporiasis from FoodNet eliminates a key risk-tracking system.
Emily Hilliard, HHS spokesperson, said the CDC continues to monitor cyclospora and denied that 2025 staffing cuts affected FDA investigators.