2 deaths reported in Michigan as cyclosporiasis outbreak continues to spread

Cases in the state have surpassed 11,000, including 193 hospitalizations. The first two deaths of the cyclosporiasis outbreak have been reported in Michigan, the state's health department announced Monday. Both people had "significant underlying health conditions that may have been impacted by cyclosporiasis and dehydration," the Michigan Department of Health and Human Services (MDHHS) added. No additional information will be provided, according to the department. The deaths come as cases in the state have surpassed 11,000 for a total of 11,234, including 193 hospitalizations, MDHHS data shows.

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Scoop News DeskMichigan · Published Monday, August 3, 2026 at 7:14 PM UTCUpdated Monday, August 3, 2026 at 7:30 PM UTC

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