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Cyclospora Concerns Prompt Scrutiny of Summer Produce Safety

Reports of a summer Cyclospora outbreak across multiple states have heightened awareness regarding the safety of raw produce, a staple for many during warmer months. Health authorities are actively investigating the source of the parasite, which can cause gastrointestinal illness. The difficulty in tracing produce-related parasite exposure adds complexity to these investigations, as contaminated items […]