
Cryptosporidiosis
(Cryptosporidium)
Cryptosporidiosis is an intestinal disease caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium. Symptoms include nausea, abdominal pain and diarrhea. Infection usually occurs when a person consumes water or food that has been contaminated with infected feces. This can occur from swallowing 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.
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PHO Rounds: Respiratory Season 2025–26, Part 2: Overview of Seasonal Respiratory Virus Immunizations
The session reviews the immunization products available this fall in Ontario, summarizes the evidence supporting their use, and highlights new recommendations and changes to the immunization landscape for the 2025–26 respiratory season.
Updated
13 Dec 2024
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