Cryptosporidiosis cases increase in Wellington following public pool visits

RNZNZ HeraldMonday 24 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated

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Te Whatu Ora reports rising numbers of cryptosporidiosis cases in Wellington. Following reports of a child experiencing severe gastric pain after swimming, two public pools have been drained and treated as a precaution. Health officials are monitoring the situation and may consider further measures if necessary.

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First reported by RNZ, Mon 24 Mar 2025, 7:28pm · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 42 minutes
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    Cryptosporidiosis case numbers rising in Wellington as mum describes 'severe pain' her child felt (opens in new tab)

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    Wellington cryptosporidiosis outbreak: Case numbers rising as mum describes ‘severe pain’ her child felt (opens in new tab)