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NewsWUFT (Gainesville NPR)July 16, 2026Florida

Florida reports 96 cases of cyclosporiasis

The Florida Department of Health has confirmed 96 statewide cases of cyclosporiasis as of Saturday, including reports in Alachua and Columbia counties.

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Why It Matters

Residents in Alachua and Columbia counties are advised of a reported intestinal infection outbreak that has reached 96 total cases across Florida.

Key Facts

  • The Florida Department of Health reported 96 total cases of cyclosporiasis statewide.
  • Cases of the infection have been identified in Alachua County.
  • Cases of the infection have been identified in Columbia County.
  • The reported data is current as of Saturday.

Who's Mentioned

locationAlachua County“A county where cases were reported.”locationColumbia County“A county where cases were reported.”organizationFlorida Department of Health“The state agency reporting the health data.”