Take steps to reduce the chance of illness from food. Wash hands with soap before starting & between each step in a recipe if handling different types of ingredients. Rinse produce before cutting or eating. Avoid cross-contamination by keeping raw meat/fish away from items that are ready-to-eat. Make sure meat/fish is thoroughly cooked; & mind the 'danger zone' for holding foods.
The Eastern Highlands Health District provides local governmental public health services to the towns of Andover, Ashford, Bolton, Chaplin, Columbia, Coventry, Mansfield, Scotland, Tolland, and Willington, CT.
The EHHD provides public health serves to 10 member towns in Northeastern CT
Tips from DPH regarding Connecticut seeing a rise in cases of cyclosporiasis this summer.
Cyclosporiasis is an illness caused by a parasite that can spread through contaminated food or water. The good news is that there are simple steps you can take to lower your risk.
✔ Wash fresh fruits and vegetables under running water before eating them.
✔ Wash your hands before and after preparing food.
✔ Clean cutting boards, knives, and countertops before and after use.
✔ Keep cut fruits and vegetables in the refrigerator.
✔ Cook leafy greens and fresh herbs when you can.
Symptoms may include watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, and loss of appetite. If you have diarrhea that is severe or does not go away, contact your healthcare provider.
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Recently there has been an increase in Cyclospora cases across the country, including CT. While the source is unknown (often from fresh produce), & the risk is low, follow these basic food safety tips to reduce your risk from many food-borne illnesses www.cdc.gov/cyclosporiasis/prevention/index.html
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