2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis at a Residential Care Facility, North Carolina
In January 2023, public health officials in North Carolina investigated an outbreak of cryptosporidium infections at a long-term care/nursing home/assisted living facility. A total of 7 cases were detected. No one was hospitalized and no one died.
The vehicle of transmission was not reported.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | January 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | NC |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium |
| Vehicle(s): | Unknown |
| Location(s): | Residential Facility |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 7 |
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Sources & documents
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