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3 cyclosporiasis cases confirmed in New Mexico, health officials urge hand washing
KOB.com • • health
Key Points:
- New Mexico has confirmed three cases of cyclosporiasis this year, with health officials urging preventive measures such as hand washing and washing fresh produce.
- The parasite spreads through contaminated fruits, vegetables, and water, with cases typically increasing between May and August.
- Cyclospora has affected multiple states, including 170 cases in Michigan and over two dozen in Texas so far this year.
- Health experts recommend seeing a doctor for symptoms and getting a stool test rather than self-diagnosing, as severe cases have led to hospitalizations nationwide.
- Local residents expressed intentions to improve hygiene practices, such as thorough hand washing and better cleaning of produce, to reduce infection risk.
