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Huntington Health doctor advises Pasadena residents on cyclospora risks and food‑safety steps
Summary
Dr. Kimberly Schreiner of Huntington Health advised that cyclospora, linked to contaminated lettuce, causes diarrhea and stomach cramps and that dehydration is the main serious risk; she recommended thorough washing of greens and herbs and said peelable fruit is typically safer than leafy greens.
Angela Harrer relayed health guidance from Dr. Kimberly Schreiner of Huntington Health about a cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce.
Dr. Schreiner said symptoms include diarrhea, stomach cramps, bloating and fatigue and noted that while cyclospora is not usually fatal, dehydration is the more serious consequence. The doctor advised that contamination is "almost always found on leafy greens, including herbs," recommended washing greens, herbs and berries thoroughly and said peelable fruit is typically a safer choice. She cautioned against relying on produce sprays or additives in warm water as they do not mitigate parasites and said salad spinners are effective for washing produce.
Harrer added the risk of infection in states not on the recall list (such as California) is "fairly small," but emphasized aggressive washing to lower risk. The broadcast did not provide local case counts or specific recall brands; listeners were advised to follow public-health guidance and watch for official recall updates.
