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Cyclosporiasis Outbreak: Safe Eating Tips | Washington DC News
Cyclosporiasis, a nasty stomach bug from a parasite, is surging in several states this year — Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio, and West Virginia — with lettuce from Taylor Farms in Mexico under investigation. While health officials say veggies are still safe, smart precautions like avoiding recalled products, asking restaurants about produce sources, buying local, and washing all produce and hands thoroughly can help. Vulnerable folks may want to skip shredded lettuce. Symptoms include severe diarrhea and cramps, but it’s treatable. Virginia has some cases — normal for this time of year —…
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