New York City has reported a rise of cyclosporiasis, a parasitic illness that has gone viral for its symptoms of explosive bowel movements.
According to the city’s health department, “officials are working with our partners to determine a common source.”
Here’s what to know, and how to avoid it.
So, what is cyclosporiasis?
Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic infection that affects the intestines, according to the Center of Disease Control and Prevention. It’s caused by the Cyclospora cayetanensis parasite…