Ontario food safety expert says washing produce 'doesn't cut it' against 'explosive diarrhea'-causing parasite

Ontario food safety expert says washing produce 'doesn't cut it' against 'explosive diarrhea'-causing parasite

A food-borne cyclospora parasite outbreak in the United States is causing severe stomach illness. An Ontario food safety expert explains why washing produce isn't enough.

It's not just produce. Where else can 'explosive diarrhea' bug hide?

As cases of cyclosporiasis rise, investigators may be overlooking the true source, experts told USA TODAY.

Is It Safe to Dine Out? Restaurants Respond to Explosive Diarrhea Bug

A cyclospora outbreak has sickened hundreds, possibly thousands, of Americans with a long-lasting parasitic infection, and dining out presents a unique challenge for people who want to avoid it. While experts have tips for preparing food at home, dining out means letting someone else do the prep work, including washing produce and cooking food to the right temperature. “Consumers, whether they’re at home or at restaurants, have to be a bit more …