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Gastroenterologist Shares Family's Eating Advice During Cyclospora Outbreak
Dr. Stephen Chang, a gastroenterologist at Northwestern Memorial Hospital, explains how his family is navigating the cyclospora outbreak without abandoning fruits and vegetables. He emphasizes thorough washing of produce, caution with iceberg lettuce (especially from Taylor Farms), careful cleaning of berries, and avoiding raw produce for higher-risk individuals like the immunocompromised, elderly, and young children. He notes that cyclospora is killed at 158°F and that the outbreak is seasonal, likely declining after late August. He advises seeking medical care for persistent diarrhea lasting more than a few days. The article is based on an as-told-to essay and provides practical food safety tips.
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