Travellers heading to Mexico have been warned to take precautions to reduce their risk of picking up a nasty, explosive diarrhoea infection.
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has noted a “sharp rise” in cyclospora infections among travellers returning to the UK from Mexico.
The health body said 67 cases have been reported in returning travellers between 30 April and 15 July this year – of these, 48 had travelled to Mexico.
As a result, it’s urging holidaymakers to maintain good food and water hygiene while abroad.
What is cyclospora?
You might’ve seen headlines in the news about an explosive diarrhoea outbreak sweeping the United States. Per the BBC, more than 18,000 people may have been infected – with Michigan hit hardest.
Cyclospora is a parasite that causes explosive diarrhoea. Contaminated food – especially herbs, salad and soft fruit – are common sources of outbreaks and infections.
The UKHSA noted that cyclospora doesn’t naturally occur in the UK and there is no risk of spread from person to person.
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