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Parasitic infection largely absent from Minnesotans’ stomachs, but definitely on their minds

First publishedJul 16, 17:56 UTC
Last updatedJul 17, 11:25 UTC · 3m ago
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A parasitic infection has caused 'explosive diarrhea' in some US states, but it is rare in Minnesota.

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There is a parasitic infection in some US states. It causes 'explosive diarrhea'. This infection is rare in Minnesota.

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In brief
What is the parasitic infection?
The infection is caused by a parasite that can cause 'explosive diarrhea'.
Is the infection common in Minnesota?
No, the infection is rare in Minnesota.
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    National media coverage of the infection has focused attention on the issue.

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    Star Tribuneemphasizes national media coverage
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