2023 Outbreak of Cryptosporidium Infections at a Farm, Illinois

In March 2023, public health officials in Illinois investigated an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis associated with contact with cattle at a farm. Five people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

Overview

Outbreak began:March 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:5

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