‘Crypto’ parasite outbreaks on the rise in US swimming pools

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School is out and summer is in full swing. Days are filled with backyard barbecues, time with friends, and dips in the pool to beat that relentless summer heat. Though swimming in community pools is a regular part of many American’s summer routines, federal public health officials are urging people to think twice before diving… Continue reading ‘Crypto’ parasite outbreaks on the rise in US swimming pools

Contagious Norovirus has spread to the Olympic Village

A norovirus outbreak has struck PyeongChang, South Korea two days before the opening ceremonies of the 2018 Winter Olympics are due to begin. 41 private guards hired to secure the games were hospitalized with severe diarrhea and vomiting late on Sunday. As of February 6th, 2018, 1,200 private security personnel at the Olympic site are… Continue reading Contagious Norovirus has spread to the Olympic Village

Norovirus Outbreak in Raleigh

Student Health Services, NC State University

Last week, NC State University in Raleigh, North Carolina, announced that 60 students have contracted norovirus, which is a highly contagious disease causing inflammation of the stomach or intestines or both. VIGILINT’s headquarters is in the Raleigh area. The outbreak is said to have begun on Tuesday, December 5. Wake County Human Services Department confirmed… Continue reading Norovirus Outbreak in Raleigh