Georgia reports 58 cyclosporiasis cases as officials urge produce washing - 41NBC News

Georgia reports 58 cyclosporiasis cases as officials urge produce washing - 41NBC News

MACON, Georgia (41NBC/WMGT) – Health officials say cyclosporiasis, an intestinal illness caused by a parasite, is being reported in Georgia, but they stress it is not unusual for this time of year. The illness is commonly linked to contaminated fruits and vegetables and tends to appear more often during the summer months. Ben O’Neill, epidemiology director with the North Central Health District, says this seasonal increase happens every year. “L…