Michigan diarrheal parasite outbreak surges past 1,200 confirmed cases

Health officials in Michigan reported a rapid increase in a diarrheal parasite outbreak. The number of confirmed cases has risen to over 1,200. The outbreak is described as explosive by state health agencies. Investigators are tracing the source of the parasite. Public health warnings have been issued to residents. Local hospitals are seeing a rise in related admissions. Authorities are urging preventive hygiene measures. The situation remains under close surveillance.