Cryptosporidiosis
Cryptosporidiosis, often referred to as ‘crypto’ is an infection of the bowel caused by the parasite Cryptosporidium parvum.
Spread can occur through consumption of food or water contaminated by the faeces of infected people or animals.
It can also be acquired through unpasteurised dairy products.
Cryptosporidium is relatively resistant to chlorine disinfection and can be present in swimming pools.
Notifiable disease
Cryptosporidiosis is a notifiable disease.
Information for health professionals
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Document | Cryptosporidiosis fact sheet | NT Health |
Information for the public
| Type | Resource | Author |
|---|---|---|
| Webpage | Cryptosporidiosis | Health direct |
| Webpage | Recreational water and your health | Northern Territory Government |
| Webpage | Food safety | Northern Territory Government |
Contact
Contact the Public Health Unit’s Centre for Disease Control.
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