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Ohio Reports Surge in Cyclosporiasis Cases | Columbus News
Ohio’s seeing a spike in cyclosporiasis, a nasty stomach bug causing explosive diarrhea, with 177 cases reported as of July 2nd—mostly in June. While not new, health officials say it’s more than usual this year. The parasite, Cyclospora cayetanensis, spreads via contaminated food or water—not person-to-person. Stay safe by washing hands, scrubbing produce under running water (use a brush for firm fruits), and refrigerating or eating cut/cooked items promptly. If you feel sick, see a doctor—treatment is available, and without it, symptoms can linger for weeks. Listen in comfort:Get a discount…
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