2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidium Infections Associated with an Animal Exhibit, Illinois
In April 2023, Illinois public health officials investigated an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis associated with a zoo or animal exhibit. Six people were ill. One person was hospitalized. No one died.
Overview
| Outbreak began: | April 2023 |
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| Affected country: | US |
| States/territories: | IL |
| Pathogen: | Cryptosporidium |
| Vehicle(s): | Animal Contact |
| Location(s): | Animal Exhibit |
| Molecular test results: | Not reported |
Health impact
| Total ill: | 6 |
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| Number hospitalized: | 1 |
Sources & documents
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