1989 Outbreak of Hepatitis A at a Public Pool, Louisiana

A confirmed outbreak of Hepatitis A was linked to swimming in a jacuzzi pool located within a Louisiana camp ground. Ill swimmers were more likely to have swum for more than one hour and to have dipped their heads under water. Because of a cross-connection found between a sewage line and the pool water intake, sewage contamination of pool water seemed likely.

Overview

Outbreak began:1989
Affected country:US
States/territories:LA
Pathogen:Hepatitis A
Vehicle(s):Recreational Water
Location(s):Swimming pool
Molecular test results:Not reported

Health impact

Total ill:20

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