First deaths confirmed after explosive diarrhoea outbreak - lettuce recalled

US reports first two deaths linked to 'explosive diarrhoea' outbreak

The illness caused by parasitic infection that spreads through contaminated food or water is not generally life-threatening, health officials say.

3 Aug, 20:05

Michigan reports first two US deaths from ‘explosive diarrhea’ cyclosporiasis outbreak

Cases in the state and eight others have been linked to contaminated lettuce

3 Aug, 16:58

First two deaths linked to outbreak of ‘explosive diarrhoea’

4 Aug, 07:30

First deaths confirmed after explosive diarrhoea outbreak - lettuce recalled

Authorities said both individuals had 'significant' underlying health conditions.

5 Aug, 07:44