2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis Associated with Treated, Recreational Water, Nebraska

In August 2023, public health officials in Nebraska investigated a waterborne outbreak of Cryptosporidium parvum infections associated with a wading pool at a municipal park. Thirty-one cases were reported. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:August 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:NE
Pathogen:Cryptosporidium parvum
Vehicle(s):Water
Location(s):Recreational Water, Swimming pool
Molecular test results:IIaA16G3R1

Health impact

Total ill:31

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