Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal disease caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium.
Symptoms include nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea.
Infection usually happens when a person swallows water or food that has been contaminated with infected feces. This can include water from swimming pools, lakes, and rivers. Infection can also spread from one person to another.
There is no specific treatment except rehydration when indicated.
Local Information
2023 Statistics
Incidence rate is the number of new cases of disease divided by the number of persons at risk for the disease during a particular time period.
Cases:
0*
*Includes confirmed cases in 2023.
Incidence rate per 100,000 in 2023: 0
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More Information about Cryptosporidiosis |
Reporting |
| Report to us by next business day by phone at 705-474-1400 or toll-free at 1-800-563-2808, Ext. 5229 if cryptosporidiosis is suspected or confirmed as per Ontario Regulation 135/18, and amendments under the Health Protection and Promotion Act, R.S.O., c.H.7. |
Should one go to childcare, school, or work if they have cryptosporidiosis? |
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Exclude symptomatic food handlers, healthcare providers, and childcare staff/attendees until symptom-free for 24 hours. Follow the direction of your healthcare provider, public health case manager, or occupational health at your workplace. |
Healthcare Provider Information |
Contact our Communicable Disease Control (CDC) program at 705-474-1400 or toll free at 1-800-563-2808, Ext. 5229, or by email to cdc@healthunit.ca for more information.
Last updated: August 2024