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El Paso City-County Health Authority on cyclospora
Summary by The El Paso Editorial Desk · Based on reporting by Jocelyn Flores , KTSM 9 News (NBC)
· July 23, 2026
· 1 min read
EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- On Monday, July 20, the City of El Paso Department of Public Health is investigating seven reported cases of cyclosporiasis. The City-County Health Authority, Dr. Hector Ocaranza, joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the outbreak, how residents can take extr...
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Key takeaway Hector Ocaranza, joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the outbreak, how residents can take extra precautions, and why it is hard [...
Why this matters in The El Paso
The investigation into the seven reported cases of cyclosporiasis by the City of El Paso Department of Public Health raises concerns about the potential for further spread of the illness in the community. Given the close living conditions and social interactions that are common in El Paso, residents should be vigilant about taking precautions to prevent the transmission of cyclosporiasis. This outbreak also underscores the need for continued support of local public health initiatives, which play a critical role in identifying and responding to health threats like this one. As the City-County Health Authority works to determine the source of the outbreak, El Paso residents can take steps to protect themselves, such as frequent handwashing and proper food handling. The effectiveness of the local health department's response will be crucial in mitigating the impact of this outbreak and preventing additional cases.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 23, 2026 ·
Source: KTSM 9 News (NBC) ·
Reading time: 1 min
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What is this story about? EL PASO, Texas (KTSM) -- On Monday, July 20, the City of El Paso Department of Public Health is investigating seven reported cases of cyclosporiasis. The City-County Health Authority, Dr. Hector Ocaranza, joins KTSM 9 News Anchor Andy Morgan to talk about the outbreak, how residents can take extr...
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