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Cryptosporidium Enterocolitis Transmission
Facts about cryptosporidium enterocolitis:
  • Infections can occur from other people, animals and contaminated water. Images
  • Most outbreaks are related to improper food handling.
  • Cryptosporidium can also be spread by fecal contamination of food and water.
  • Cryptosporidium can be spread by swimming pools because the organism is chlorine-resistant.
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Last Updated: Sep 5, 2008  References
Authors: Stephen J. Schueler, MDJohn H. Beckett, MDD. Scott Gettings, MD
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