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¿Qué es la Cyclospora, un parásito que provoca graves trastornos intestinales, y cómo evitarla?
By CNN Newsource at KVIA ABC-7
· July 7, 2026
· 10 min read
Por Brenda Goodman, CNN
¿Sufres una infección estomacal desagradable que no se acaba? Podría tratarse de ciclosporiasis, una infección parasitaria que provoca semanas de diarrea debilitante, cólicos e hinchazón abdominal.
Esta infección suele presentarse durante los meses cálidos de verano, p...
Key takeaway El estado de Nueva York —excluyendo la ciudad de Nueva York— ha registrado 112 casos este año, 107 de los cuales fueron notificados a partir del 1 de mayo.
Why this matters in The El Paso
El Paso residents should be aware that while the current outbreaks of cyclosporiasis are primarily reported in states like Michigan, Ohio, and New York, the risk of infection is not limited to those areas. As a border city with a diverse food supply, El Paso could potentially be affected by contaminated produce. The fact that cyclosporiasis cases tend to increase during the warm summer months suggests that local residents should take precautions to protect themselves, such as washing fruits and vegetables thoroughly and being mindful of food handling practices. The city's health department should also be vigilant in monitoring for potential cases and providing guidance to the public on how to prevent infection. By understanding the risks and taking proactive steps, El Paso can reduce the likelihood of a cyclosporiasis outbreak in the community. Local health officials should be prepared to respond quickly if cases are reported.
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Category: local ·
Published: July 7, 2026 ·
Source: KVIA ABC-7 ·
Reading time: 10 min
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What is this story about? Por Brenda Goodman, CNN
¿Sufres una infección estomacal desagradable que no se acaba? Podría tratarse de ciclosporiasis, una infección parasitaria que provoca semanas de diarrea debilitante, cólicos e hinchazón abdominal.
Esta infección suele presentarse durante los meses cálidos de verano, p...
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