Introduction to Epidemiology 6th Edition by Ray M Merrill

Exercise 17

Would you alert the public of this possible public health threat? Defend your answer.

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Cyclosporiasis is a parasitic disease which is caused by Cyclospora cayetanensis. It can get ingested along with contaminated foods and water. It is infectious only after a few days or weeks. This disease is accompanied by watery diarrhea because the pathogen infects the bowels. Fatigue, weight loss, stomach cramps, low grade fever, nausea and loss of appetite are some of the associated symptoms.