2021 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with Laboratory Exposure, South Dakota
In January 2021, public health officials in South Dakota investigated an outbreak of Cryptosporidium infections associated with exposure in a laboratory. Seven people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
The originating vehicle of transmission was described as contact with cattle.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | January 2021 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | SD |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Laboratory |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 7 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
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