Greater Shepparton City Council is aware of an increase in the number of cryptosporidiosis (crypto) cases in Victoria. Cryptosporidiosis is a type of gastroenteritis (gastro) caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium.
Summary
- Increase in cryptosporidiosis cases in Victoria.
- Cryptosporidiosis is gastro caused by Cryptosporidium parasite, with infections linked to public swimming pools.
- Cryptosporidiosis cases rise during warmer months; the parasite is chlorine-resistant.
- Council urges proper hygiene, discourages swimming with diarrhea and advises thorough cleaning before swimming; directs to health.vic.gov.au
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