A diarrheal illness is being investigated in multiple states across the US. The illness is caused by a parasite known as cyclosporiasis.

At least 29 states are involved in the investigation into potential cases of this illness. The parasite is associated with a severe gastrointestinal symptom.

Further information on the investigation and the spread of the illness can be found through FOX 26 Houston, which is monitoring the situation and providing updates as more information becomes available.