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Increase of Cyclospora infection cases in Alabama
2 years ago •source alabamapublichealth.gov
Alabama, United States
The Alabama Department of Public Health (ADPH) is investigating multiple reports of Cyclospora infection statewide. ADPH has seen more infections with this parasite since April, and there are more than twice as many cases as were reported in Alabama last year.Cyclosporiasis is a gastrointestinal illness caused by a microscopic parasite. In the U.S., people can get sick with cyclosporiasis by eating fresh produce that was grown outside the U.S. and contaminated with Cyclospora.
Cyclospora is not contagious, there is no evidence it spreads from person to person.
The ADPH advises the following tips to prevent Cyclospora infection:
- Avoid food or water that might have been contaminated with stool.
- Wash hands with soap and warm water before and after handling or preparing fruits and vegetables.
- Wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly under running water before eating, cutting, or cooking.
In case you are experiencing Cyclospora symptoms such as watery diarrhea (most common), cramping, bloating, increased gas, nausea, fatigue, and possibly vomiting and low-grade fever, it is important to report it. It can help to detect & resolve outbreaks early and prevent others from being harmed, and it enables better surveillance. If symptoms persist, seek medical care.
Source: www.alabamapublichealth.gov/blog/2023/06/nr-14.html
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