What is cyclosporiasis, the parasitic illness causing ‘explosive’ diarrhea?

Cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness causing severe diarrhea, has seen a significant surge across the U.S., with Michigan experiencing an unprecedented outbreak of nearly 1,000 cases this year. While it's rarely life-threatening, the severity of symptoms like "explosive" diarrhea underscores the need for heightened public health vigilance. This outbreak highlights the importance of food safety and sanitation practices, as the source of the parasite remains under investigation, potentially pointing to contaminated food or water.