2021 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with a Fair, Iowa
In September 2021, an outbreak of Cryptosporidium infections occurred at a festival or fair. Sixteen people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died. The mode of transmission was reported as animal contact.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | September 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IA |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Fair |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 16 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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