infections
Cystoisosporiasis
Prevention of Cystoisosporiasis
When traveling to tropical and subtropical areas where the infection is common, people should avoid eating uncooked foods, including salads and vegetables, and should avoid consuming potentially contaminated water and ice. Hand washing with soap and water is important. Drinking water that has been boiled is safe. Filtering water through a 0.1 or 0.4 micron filter can remove cysts ofCystoisosporaand other parasites, as well as bacteria that cause diseases. 