2021 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with an Interactive Fountain, Tennessee
In June 2021, public health officials in Tennessee investigated a waterborne outbreak of Cryptosporidium hominis infections associated with an interactive fountain. Twenty-two people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | June 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | TN |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium hominis |
| Vehicle(s): | Water |
| Location(s): | interactive water fountain |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 22 |
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