New UKHSA 'explosive diarrhoea' warning 'as cases rocket'

The UKHSA has issued an urgent warning following a sharp rise in cases of a parasitic infection causing explosive diarrhoea. Data reveals that travellers returning from popular holiday hotspots, specifically Mexico, are driving this surge. The Cyclospora parasite is the cause of the illness, which is frequently linked to the consumption of contaminated food. Common sources of infection include soft fruit, salad, and herbs. The health authority is alerting the public as case numbers rocket across the UK.