Explosive diarrhea-causing parasite infects more than 1,000 people in U.S.

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Cyclospora, a microscopic parasite typically transmitted through fruits and vegetables exposed to feces-contaminated irrigation water has infected more than 1,000 people in the U.S. Canada's Public Health Agency says they are not investigating any outbreaks. The National is the flagship of CBC News, showcasing award-winning journalism from across Canada and around the world. Led by Chief Correspondent Adrienne Arsenault, our team of trusted reporters helps you make sense of the world, wherever you are. Subscribe to get the latest news daily, and watch live starting at 9 p.m. ET. https://www.youtube.com/user/CBCTheNational?sub_confirmation=1 More from CBC News | https://www.cbc.ca/news

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