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Media Statement: Cryptosporidium Outbreak 23 September 2023

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To be attributed to Dr Emma Sherwood, Southern Medical Officer of Health

As at 10am, Saturday 23 September, there were 29 confirmed cases of cryptosporidium (crypto). This is an increase of six in the past 24 hours.  

A source of infection has yet to be identified, and investigations are ongoing.  

More public health advice and information about the outbreak can be found in yesterday’s statement.

ENDS