2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with Contact with Cattle, Kentucky
In October 2023, public health officials in Kentucky investigated an outbreak of Cryptosporidium infections associated with contact with cattle on a farm. Two people were ill. Both were hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | September 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | KY |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Farm |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 2 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 2 |
Sources & documents
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