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Cyclospora & other parasites: What you need to know about risks, treatment
Summary by The Pearland Editorial Desk KRIV , as published by FOX 26 Houston (KRIV)
· July 6, 2026
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Texas is currently facing a surge in Cyclospora infections, a parasite known to cause severe gastrointestinal distress. Other parasitic infections have been on the rise as well. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself. Where do parasites come from? Parasites routin...
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What is this story about? Texas is currently facing a surge in Cyclospora infections, a parasite known to cause severe gastrointestinal distress. Other parasitic infections have been on the rise as well. Here's what you need to know to protect yourself. Where do parasites come from? Parasites routin...
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