2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with Contact with Cattle, Illinois

In February 2023, public health officials in Illinois investigated an outbreak of Cryptosporidium infections associated with contact with cattle on a farm. Three people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:February 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:IL
Pathogen:Cryptosporidium
Vehicle(s):Animal Contact
Location(s):Farm
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3

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