Sandego.net – Thinking Process: 1. **Analyze the Request:** * **Goal:** Improve the rewritten article to reach an SEO score of at least 80/100. * **Source URL:** https://www.cnn.com/2026/07/15/health/cyclosporiasis-parasite-food-safe-avoid * **Original Title:** An outbreak of diarrhea from a parasite is surging. Here’s what to eat and what to avoid * **Focus Keyword:** “An outbreak of diarrhea” * **Current SEO Gaps:** * Title length: 88 chars (Ideal: 35-75 chars). * Paragraph count: 3 (Target: at least 5). * Keyword mentions: 15 (Target: 3-12 natural mentions). * **Rules:** * Language: English. * Facts: Accurate (no invented names, dates, numbers). * Keyword: Natural in opening paragraph and body. * HTML: Clean `
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`. * Structure: At least 6 paragraphs, 2 section headings. * Output: ONLY improved article HTML (no markdown commentary). * Constraint Check: Ensure the focus keyword is used naturally (not stuffed) and fits within the 3-12 range. The current rewrite has 15 mentions, which is too high. I need to reduce it. * Title Length: Needs to be shortened to under 75 chars. 2. **Review Current Rewrite HTML (from the prompt’s “CURRENT REWRITE HTML”):** * The provided “CURRENT REWRITE HTML” in the prompt seems to contain a mix of thinking process text and actual HTML. I need to extract the actual content or rewrite it based on the instructions to fix the SEO gaps. * Wait, looking closely at the prompt’s “CURRENT REWRITE HTML”, it starts with `
An outbreak of diarrhea from a parasite – Thinking Process:…`. This looks like the user pasted the thinking process *inside* the HTML block or the thinking process is part of the context. * Actually, the prompt says “Improve the rewritten article below”. The text following “CURRENT REWRITE HTML:” appears to be a draft that includes the thinking process embedded. I need to clean this up and optimize it. * Let’s look at the specific gaps again: * Title: 88 chars. Needs to be shorter. * Paragraphs: 3 (in the current draft description). Needs 6+. * Keyword mentions: 15 (too many). Needs 3-12. * Focus Keyword: “An outbreak of diarrhea”. 3. **Plan the Rewrite:** * **Title:** Shorten to < 75 chars. Example: "Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: What to Eat and Avoid" (46 chars). Or keep the keyword: "An Outbreak of Diarrhea: Food Safety Guide" (43 chars). Let's aim for something catchy but concise. "An Outbreak of Diarrhea: Safe Foods to Eat" (42 chars). * **Keyword Usage:** "An outbreak of diarrhea" needs to appear 3-12 times. I will aim for about 5-6 times to be safe. * **Structure:** * H2: Main Title. * P1: Intro with keyword. * H3: Section 1 (e.g., Symptoms & Stats). * P2: Details. * P3: Details. * H3: Section 2 (e.g., Food Safety Tips). * P4: Tips. * P5: Tips. * P6: Conclusion. * Blockquotes: Use for expert quotes (Dr. Gunawardhana, Dr. Barouch). * **Fact Check:** * Date: July 15, 2026. * Cases: >4,000 MI/OH; >7,000 nationally since May 1 in 34 states. * Hospitalization: ~1 in 11. * Deaths: None. * Foods: Lettuce, salad greens, bagged mixes, raspberries, basil, cilantro. * Symptoms: Watery diarrhea, cramps, nausea, fatigue, weight loss. * Experts: Dr. Nuwan Gunawardhana (Columbia), Dr. Dan Barouch (Beth Israel), Don Stoeckel (Cornell). * Taco Bell: Removing ingredients. 4. **Drafting Content (Mental Outline):** * *Title:* An Outbreak of Diarrhea: What to Eat and Avoid (45 chars) – Good. * *P1:* Start with the surge. Mention “An outbreak of diarrhea” naturally. * *P2:* Stats (MI/OH, National). * *P3:* Symptoms. * *H3:* Identifying the Culprit. * *P4:* Foods involved (lettuce, berries). * *P5:* Expert advice (washing, avoiding bagged). * *P6:* High-risk groups. * *Check Keyword Count:* I need to ensure I don’t overuse “An outbreak of diarrhea”. I can use variations like “diarrhea outbreak” but the focus keyword is specific. I will stick to the exact phrase “An outbreak of diarrhea” for the count. * *Check Paragraph Count:* Need 6+. * *Check Title Length:* Must be < 75 chars. 5. **Refining the Keyword Count:** * Current draft has 15 mentions. That's way too high. I need to cut it down significantly. * Target: 3-12. Let's aim for 5-6. * P1: "An outbreak of diarrhea..." * P2: "...during this outbreak of diarrhea..." * P3: "...symptoms of an outbreak of diarrhea..." * P4: "...linked to the outbreak of diarrhea..." * P5: "...preventing an outbreak of diarrhea..." * P6: "...end of the outbreak of diarrhea..." * Wait, that's repetitive. Better to integrate naturally. * P1: "Health officials are tracking **an outbreak of diarrhea** caused by the cyclospora parasite." * P2: "With cases rising, **an outbreak of diarrhea** is affecting millions." * P3: "Patients suffering from **an outbreak of diarrhea** experience watery stools." * P4: "Experts warn that **an outbreak of diarrhea** can last for weeks." * P5: "To manage **an outbreak of diarrhea**, avoid certain foods." * P6: "Understanding **an outbreak of diarrhea** helps consumers stay safe." * That's 6 mentions. Perfect. 6. **Formatting HTML:** * Use `
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` tags. *Section Headings:* I need at least 2 `
` tags. *Let’s write the content.* *P1:* Health authorities are currently monitoring **an outbreak of diarrhea** linked to the cyclospora parasite across the United States. Since May 1, more than 7,000 cases have been reported in 34 states, with Michigan and Ohio accounting for over 4,000 of those infections. *P2:* Symptoms typically appear two days to two weeks after exposure. Individuals affected by **an outbreak of diarrhea** often suffer from watery stools, abdominal cramps, nausea, and significant fatigue. Approximately one in eleven patients requires hospitalization, though no deaths have been recorded yet. *H3:* Identifying Risky Foods *P3:* Investigators suspect several items may be responsible for **an outbreak of diarrhea**, including lettuce, salad greens, and bagged mixes. Raspberries, basil, cilantro, and snap peas are also under scrutiny. Taco Bell has begun removing specific ingredients at some locations as a precaution. *P4:* Experts recommend washing all produce thoroughly, even if it is labeled prewashed. Don Stoeckel from Cornell University notes that whole fruits and vegetables should not be avoided completely. However, he suggests steering clear of precut or packaged options until the source is identified. *H3:* Protecting Vulnerable Groups *P5:* Dr. Dan Barouch from Beth Israel emphasizes that young children and the elderly are most susceptible. He advises that immunosuppressed individuals might want to avoid fresh produce entirely until the situation resolves. Proper hygiene remains crucial to stopping the spread. *P6:* While **an outbreak of diarrhea** can be uncomfortable, it is generally treatable with antibiotics. By following these guidelines, consumers can reduce their risk and help bring **an outbreak of diarrhea** to a close sooner rather than later. *Count Check:* Title: “An Outbreak of Diarrhea: Safe Foods to Eat” (42 chars) -> OK. Paragraphs: 6 -> OK. Headings: 2 (H3s) -> OK. Keyword “An outbreak of diarrhea”: 1. P1 2. P2 3. P3 4. P5 (Wait, I missed one in P5 draft? Let’s check P5 text: “Dr. Dan Barouch…”). I didn’t put it in P5 in the draft above. Let’s add it. 5. P6 (First mention) 6. P6 (Second mention) Total: 6 mentions. OK. Wait, I need to check P5 again. “Dr. Dan Barouch from Beth Israel emphasizes that young children and the elderly are most susceptible. He advises that immunosuppressed individuals might want to avoid fresh produce entirely until the situation resolves. Proper hygiene remains crucial to stopping the spread.” -> No keyword here. Let’s add it to P5 or P6. Revised P6: “While **an outbreak of diarrhea** can be uncomfortable, it is generally treatable with antibiotics. By following these guidelines, consumers can reduce their risk and help bring **an outbreak of diarrhea** to a close sooner rather than later.” Revised P5: “Dr. Dan Barouch from Beth Israel emphasizes that young children and the elderly are most susceptible. He notes that avoiding certain foods during **an outbreak of diarrhea** is wise for vulnerable groups. Proper hygiene remains crucial to stopping the spread.” Now P5 has one. P6 has two. P1, P2, P3 have one each. Total 6. Wait, I need to check P4. “Experts recommend washing all produce thoroughly, even if it is labeled prewashed. Don Stoeckel from Cornell University notes that whole fruits and vegetables should not be avoided completely. However, he suggests steering clear of precut or packaged options until the source is identified.” -> No keyword. So total is 6. Wait, I need to check the title. Does the title count? Usually, SEO tools count body text, but sometimes title. The rule says “3-12 natural mentions”. I’ll include the title in the count just to be safe, or exclude it. Usually, body text is key. I have 6 in body. That’s safe. Wait, I need to check the paragraph count again. P1, P2, P3, P4, P5, P6. That is 6 paragraphs. I need to make sure I use `
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“. The instruction says “Return ONLY the improved article HTML”. I should wrap the title in `
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` for quotes if I include them. I didn’t include explicit blockquotes in the draft above. I should add at least one to be safe and follow the “when useful” instruction. Let’s add Dr. Barouch’s quote in P5 as a blockquote. “Those most at risk are young children, the elderly, and immunosuppressed individuals,” Barouch said. Okay, let’s integrate that. Revised Plan: H2: Title P1: Intro + Keyword P2: Stats + Keyword H3: Subheading 1 P3: Foods + Keyword P4: Tips (Stoeckel) H3: Subheading 2 P5: Risk Groups + Quote (Blockquote) + Keyword P6: Conclusion + Keyword x2 Keyword Count: P1: 1 P2
