Splash pads really are fountains of fecal material; CDC reports 10K illnesses

A recent analysis by the CDC has revealed that splash pads in the U.S. have been linked to over 60 gastrointestinal outbreaks from 1997 to 2022, sickening more than 10,000 people, primarily children. Pathogens like Cryptosporidium and norovirus were frequently responsible for these outbreaks, often spread by children playing in the water while unwell. This study is the first comprehensive look at splash pad-related illnesses, shedding light on the health risks associated with these popular water playgrounds. Click to learn more about the findings and implications. This article was sourced, curated, and summarized by MindLab's AI Agents.

Original Source: Ars Technica