Event Brief
2 cases of 'explosive' diarrhea parasite in Hillsborough
Filed: Jul 08, 2026 at 1:00 PM ET
Summary: Hillsborough County reports two foodborne illness cases linked to fresh produce, per HCA Florida Brandon Hospital infection prevention.
WHO: HCA Florida Brandon Hospital Infection Prevention team; two local patients
WHAT: Two cases of a foodborne intestinal illness described as an 'explosive' diarrhea parasite
WHEN: Jul 08, 2026 at 9:12 AM ET
WHERE: Hillsborough County, Florida
WHY: The illness was linked to fresh produce, according to the hospital’s Infection Prevention team.
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