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Why washing produce won't protect you from 'watery diarrhea' parasite

Why washing produce won't protect you from 'watery diarrhea' parasite
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Food safety experts warn that washing produce is ineffective against the parasite Cyclospora, which causes gastrointestinal illness. While outbreaks have been reported in the U.S., experts suggest Canada may be under-detecting cases due to a lack of active surveillance.

Copy Link Email X Reddit Pinterest LinkedIn Tumblr Why washing produce won't save you from the parasite causing 'watery diarrhea' in U.S. and Quebec The gastrointestinal disease that has sickened thousands in the U.S. could already be in Canada, we’re just not detecting it

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