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Cryptosporidium outbreak linked to Bothell swimming pool

Original: Cryptosporidium outbreak associated with Bothell pool

Health officials are investigating a cryptosporidium outbreak associated with a swimming pool in Bothell, Washington. The parasitic illness, which causes diarrhea, has been reported by several local outlets including the Bellevue Reporter, Seattle Weekly and Federal Way Mirror. Residents are being urged to watch for symptoms and avoid swimming while sick, as the parasite can survive chlorination and spread easily in recreational water.

Why now: A local waterborne illness outbreak raises public health concerns for swimmers in the region.

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• Cryptosporidium outbreak associated with Bothell pool · bellevuereporter.com
• Cryptosporidium outbreak associated with Bothell pool · Seattle Weekly
• Cryptosporidium outbreak associated with Bothell pool · Federal Way Mirror

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