Cyclospora Outbreak: What to Know About Symptoms and Food Safety

The Cyclospora parasite has caused Cyclosporiasis in thousands of people across at least 34 United States. This microscopic parasite leads to diarrhea and prolonged health issues, with approximately 500 confirmed cases in New York, though none in the Capital Region. Separately, officials issued an air quality advisory for the Capital Region on Wednesday. This warning follows Canadian wildfires that impacted local air conditions, prompting residents to monitor the environment before spending extended time outdoors.