Recent News About Harris County Public Health & Environmental Services

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  Harris County Public Health official: 'Just wash the fruits and vegetables' to avoid common summertime illness

  An increase in infections caused by an intestinal parasite has caused health officials in Harris and Fort Bend counties to urge the public to be diligent about washing fruits, vegetables and their hands. Cases of cyclosporiasis typically increase between April and August, and are associated with consumption of fresh produce.

  By Houston Daily Report

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