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US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite

Summary by The Los Angeles Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by KABC, ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · July 23, 2026 · 1 min read

Federal health officials are investigating a new outbreak involving the diarrhea-causing parasite cyclospora.

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Category: local · Published: July 23, 2026 · Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) · Reading time: 1 min

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US health officials are investigating a new outbreak of a diarrhea-causing parasite

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