2023 Outbreak of Giardiasis Associated with Contact with a Dog, Georgia

In May 2023, public health officials in Georgia investigated an outbreak of Giardia infections associated with contact with a dog. Three people were ill. No one was hospitalized and no one died.

The setting was reported as "other."

Overview

Outbreak began:May 2023
Affected country:US
States/territories:GA
Pathogen:Giardia
Vehicle(s):Animal Contact
Location(s):Other
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:3

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