Cyclosporiasis and Ebola Virus - Dept. of Public Health August 13, 2014 General Ebola Virus, Public Health, Cyclospora 0 The California Department of Public Health (CDPH) urges medical providers to specifically request Cyclospora testing. Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal illness caused by the microscopic parasite Cyclospora cayetanensis. In the United States, foodborne outbreaks of cyclosporiasis have been linked to various types of imported fresh produce. Click here for more information and recommendations to medical providers.. The risk of the spread of Ebola virus disease (Ebola) in California is low. While the risk is low, state and local public health officials in California are monitoring the situation closely and taking steps to keep Californians safe. Click here for more information on important facts about Ebola based on current science. Comments are closed.
