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Health officials urge extra care with fresh produce as Cyclospora illnesses rise nationwide
By Brittany Kleinpeter at WSB-TV (ABC) - News
· July 14, 2026
· 2 min read
A parasite linked to fresh produce has sickened more than a dozen across Georgia, prompting health officials to remind consumers and restaurants to take extra precautions when handling fruits and vegetables.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]While the Georgia Department of ...
Key takeaway [DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]While the Georgia Department of Public Health says it is not aware of any Georgia-specific outbreaks, illnesses have been reported in the state as part of the nationwide increase.
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Published: July 14, 2026 ·
Source: WSB-TV (ABC) - News ·
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What is this story about? A parasite linked to fresh produce has sickened more than a dozen across Georgia, prompting health officials to remind consumers and restaurants to take extra precautions when handling fruits and vegetables.[DOWNLOAD: Free WSB-TV News app for alerts as news breaks]While the Georgia Department of ...
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