New York City is seeing a rise in cases of cyclospora, a microscopic parasite linked to fresh produce and tainted water – with 374 new cases reported citywide in the last month.
The pathogen is known to cause severe stomach problems, including watery diarrhea, raising concerns among consumers and food retailers alike.
According to the New York City Department of Health, residents can reduce their risk by washing their hands with soap and water before and after handling food, scrubbing firm fruits and vegetables with a clean produce brush, cutting away bruised or damaged areas, and cleaning surfaces that come into contact with produce…