A seasonal increase in cases of cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness, is being tracked by US health officials. This illness can cause severe diarrhea and other symptoms. It typically occurs when contaminated food or water is consumed.

The Centers for Disease Control is investigating, but the source of the contamination is not yet known. People are advised to follow safe food handling practices to minimize the risk of infection.

In Texas and 16 other states, cases have been reported over the past six weeks, according to the CDC. For more information, readers can visit the source website.