Bacterial Parasite Spreading In Oklahoma: Health Officials Urge Testing for Cyclospora

The Oklahoma State Department of Health said a bacterial parasite that's been spreading in Texas and other states is also in Oklahoma.

Tuesday, July 18th 2023, 5:00 pm

By: News 9


The Oklahoma State Department of Health said a bacterial parasite that's been spreading in Texas and other states is also in Oklahoma. 

Cyclospora can be spread by eating unwashed produce or swimming in contaminated water. 

Health officials are encouraging doctors to start testing patients for it. 

Symptoms may last longer than a week and include cramping, bloating and diarrhea.

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