HEALTHSCIENTIFIC AMERICAN
How to avoid getting cyclosporiasis—and why washing lettuce may not be enough
Cyclosporiasis case numbers have surged in the past week, prompting warnings about the limitations of washing lettuce as a preventive measure. An expert highlights the need for additional safety steps to avoid the parasite-caused illness.
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