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A rapidly spreading cyclospora parasite infection is causing an outbreak of “explosive diarrhea,” with the situation worsening daily. Unfortunately, both state and federal healthcare agencies appear to be without solutions.
Dr. McCullough, on his Substack, points out:
The CDC employs 12,000 people and operates with a $9 billion budget, while the USDA and FDA are tasked with inspecting imported produce. Yet, none of them identified the issue before it affected people, nor did they manage to control it afterwards.
McCullough describes the situation as “paralysis by analysis,” highlighting a systemic problem where these agencies are adept at organizing meetings and issuing statements only after the damage has occurred. They fail to offer real-time protection to Americans.
When questioned about whether Americans should cease consuming lettuce or other possibly contaminated produce, McCullough advises against it, stating, “no, but you should stop trusting the system to protect you.”
He provides several recommendations for maintaining health:
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Thoroughly wash produce— However, be aware that washing has limitations, especially with leafy greens that absorb water.
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Keep treatment accessible. McCullough highlights that trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole (Bactrim/Septra) can resolve the infection in approximately a week, compared to a month of suffering without it. Without this treatment, individuals are vulnerable to an overwhelmed healthcare system that struggles to keep up.
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Strengthen your immune system. A strong immune system can manage a low-dose exposure that might incapacitate someone with poor dietary habits. McCullough suggests immune-support supplements (such as The Wellness Company’s Natural Immunity capsules) and daily nasal/throat spray (Immune Defense) with xylitol and erythritol to prevent pathogen colonization.
McCullough emphasizes that the issue goes beyond lettuce, pointing to broader systemic failures within healthcare bureaucracies:
This situation extends beyond lettuce. It exposes a public health infrastructure that allocates billions to prepare for potential biothreats but is outmaneuvered by a protozoan at a salad bar. The solution isn’t to avoid vegetables but to stop relying on agencies that have consistently failed to provide reliable health security.
Understanding Cyclospora
Cyclospora is a parasite that spreads through raw produce and water tainted with human feces. The resulting infection, cyclosporiasis, manifests symptoms such as “explosive diarrhea,” cramps, fatigue, loss of appetite, low-grade fever, and vomiting.
If untreated, these symptoms can persist up to a month!
Past U.S. cyclospora outbreaks have been linked to fresh produce like raspberries, basil, cilantro, green onions, snow peas, lettuce, mesclun, and salad mixes. Previous incidents have also been connected to blackberries, watercress, mangoes, and vegetable trays.
Treatment Options
Even with strict adherence to food safety practices and avoidance of all foods linked to cyclospora, infection can still occur.
So, how can you safeguard your family’s health?
The positive news is that while the outbreak’s cause remains unknown, trimethoprim-sulfamethoxazole, commonly known as Bactrim, is the recognized treatment.
Bactrim effectively treats cyclospora infections and is recommended for various other gastrointestinal and bacterial infections.
Be Prepared, Don’t Wait for Sickness
It’s essential to stock up on medication – prescription or over-the-counter – while healthy. Early intervention leads to quicker recovery.
How can you ensure you have Bactrim on hand?
The Wellness Company offers a solution!
Their medical emergency kit includes a range of essential prescription medications, including Bactrim, alongside ivermectin, amoxicillin, Z-pak, and others. The kit also contains a guidebook for the safe usage of these medications.
This kit is available by prescription only and cannot be found in stores or pharmacies. Customers fill out a questionnaire after purchase, and a Wellness Company doctor assesses suitability before issuing the prescription Medical Emergency Kit.
The Wellness Company Medical Emergency Kit includes:
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Amoxicillin-Clavulanate (generic Augmentin) 875/125 mg – 28 tablets
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Azithromycin (generic Z-Pak) 250 mg – 12 tablets
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Doxycycline Hyclate 100 mg – 60 capsules
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Metronidazole (generic Flagyl) 500 mg – 30 tablets
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Trimethoprim-Sulfamethoxazole (generic Bactrim) 800/160 mg – 28 tablets
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Ivermectin 12mg – 25 compounded capsules
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Fluconazole (generic Diflucan) 150 mg – 2 tablets
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Ondansetron (generic Zofran) 4mg – 6 tablets
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1 Emergency Medication Guidebook written by the Chief Medical Board for safe use.
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Order The Wellness Company’s Medical Emergency Kits before it’s too late.
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