A stomach and intestinal illness is affecting several states, including Texas, due to a microscopic parasite. The parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, can contaminate food and water, leading to infection when ingested.

Infection symptoms can be noticeable, and produce has been linked to many reported cases. The US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention reports at least 145 cases in 17 states, with 20 people hospitalized.

San Antonio Metro Health is aware of the outbreak, but further details on local cases are not provided in the initial report, and readers can refer to the source for more information.