A diarrheal illness is being investigated in multiple states across the US. The illness is caused by a parasite known as cyclosporiasis.

This parasite is associated with severe diarrhea. At least 29 states are currently investigating potential cases of cyclosporiasis.

Further information on the spread of cyclosporiasis and the ongoing investigations can be found through FOX 4 KDFW, a local news source for the Dallas-Fort Worth area, including Plano, TX.