How cyclospora's biology has created the perfect infectious storm

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Cyclospora, the parasite that's been wreaking havoc in people's digestive systems over the past month, starts with a single cell. The parasite passes through human intestines to reproduce. Their complex biology contributes to why it's so hard to kick, leading to infections that can last for weeks or months.

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