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Cyclosporiasis cases increasing in Iowa. How many have been confirmed?

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By Norah Judson, Lucia Cheng Verified
| Des Moines Register Verified
As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise across the country, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says the number of cases in Iowa is rising, too. Cyclosporiasis is a stomach-churning infection caused by the cyclospora parasite that can leave patients with diarrhea and nausea. More than 6,700 cases have been logged across 45 states since May 1, although that's probably not reflective of the true total of people affected.
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Cyclosporiasis cases increasing in Iowa. How many have been confirmed?

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By Norah Judson, Lucia Cheng Verified
| Ames Tribune Verified
As cyclosporiasis cases continue to rise across the country, the Iowa Department of Health and Human Services says the number of cases in Iowa is rising, too. Cyclosporiasis is a stomach-churning infection caused by the cyclospora parasite that can leave patients with diarrhea and nausea. More than 6,700 cases have been logged across 45 states since May 1, although that's probably not reflective of the true total of people affected. How has Iowa been affected by the outbreak? Here's what to know.
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Heavy rain returns to Iowa weather forecast but major floods unlikely

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By Lucia Cheng Verified
| Des Moines Register Verified
July 30, 2026, 10:04 a.m. CT Yet another round of heavy rainfall is on its way to central Iowa. While the rain has some potential to cause flash flooding in urban areas, it will be nowhere near the levels of devastation seen at the beginning of July. The rain will actually be somewhat welcome for a large part of Iowa, given the drought conditions across the western part of the state.
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