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Outbreak of Gastrointestinal Disease from Wildlife Rehab Facility in Rock Island County
According to public health officials, at least 12 individuals from Iowa and four Illinois counties have been identified with a probable or confirmed diagnosis of cryptosporidiosis following contact with raccoons at Pat’s Bandits in Hillsdale. The Illinois Department of Public Health (IDPH) and Illinois Department of Natural Resources (DNR) are working with public health authorities in Rock Island and Iowa to investigate an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis, a gastrointestinal disease, in persons helping at a Rock Island County wildlife rehabilitation facility. Authorities are advising anyone who visited the center between June 22nd and July 3rd, 2024, and is experiencing symptoms to seek immediate medical care and testing to prevent further spread of the infection. The center is cooperating with the investigation to ensure appropriate measures are taken to address the health concern.
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