Health officials in the city of Houston, Harris County and Fort Bend County said they received reports of an increased number of cyclospora infections within these areas in recent weeks.
– Health officials in the city of Houston, Harris County, and Fort Bend County said they received reports of an increased number of cyclospora infections in recent weeks.
Cyclospora is a non-life-threatening gastrointestinal illness caused by an intestinal parasite, according to officials. People may get cyclospora by consuming contaminated food or water.If infected, symptoms tend to appear between two to 14 days. Most individuals will recover, but officials say infants, older adults, and those who are immunocompromised are at a higher risk and may require hospitalization.
Cyclospera does not transmit from person to person. Most cases are possibly linked to fresh produce, such as snow peas, cilantro, raspberries, and mesclun lettuce.Wash your hands with soap and water thoroughly for at least 20 seconds before and after preparing food.Wash all cutting boards, utensils, and surfaces to avoid cross-contamination.About the Author:A graduate of the University of Houston-Downtown, Ana moved to H-Town from sunny southern California in 2015.
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