Buncombe County Health Urges Caution as Cyclospora Cases Rise Locally

Buncombe County -- July 18, 2026: Buncombe County Public Health is encouraging residents to take extra precautions when handling and preparing fresh fruits and vegetables as cases of cyclosporiasis continue to increase across North Carolina during the summer months.Cyclosporiasis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora, which is spread by consuming food or water contaminated before it reaches consumers. While the illness is generally not life-threatening, it can b