Weight-loss joke turns serious as ‘cyclospora skinny’ trend fuels health warnings
A dangerous social media trend jokes about getting "Cyclospora skinny," but doctors warn the intestinal parasite causes deadly dehydration and illness.
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- Primary source: NY Post
- Published: Jul 30, 2026, 8:53 AM UTC
- Coverage area: Culture & Society
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