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At least 1645 confirmed cases of a parasite which causes ‘explosive’ diarrhoea have been recorded.
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Emily Williams

Food chain under microscope after diarrhoea parasite spread

A popular food chain is under investigation over claims it may be linked to the rapid spread of a parasite which can cause ‘explosive’ diarrhoea, which is now estimated to be impacting more than 7000 people.

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