HealthJuly 14, 2026
cyclosporiasis
/ˌsaɪkloʊˌspɔːraɪˈaɪəsɪs/
Definition
A severe intestinal infection caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis, typically spread through contaminated food or water.
Etymology
The term is derived from the Greek 'kyklos' (circle) and 'spora' (seed/spore), referring to the round shape of the parasite's oocysts, combined with the suffix '-iasis' indicating a pathological condition.
In the news
The article mentions this illness as an example of a public health concern currently spreading in the U.S. that is often linked to contaminated fresh produce.
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