The Northern Kentucky Health Department is investigating an outbreak of Cryptosporidiosis, better known as crypto, within the Northern Kentucky area this week.
The cryptosporidium parasite causes a gastrointestinal illness marked by abdominal cramps, watery diarrhea, low-grade fever, vomiting and nausea.
As of Friday afternoon, there are a dozen confirmed cases and “numerous” probable cases. About half of the confirmed cases are associated with Silverlake Water Park in Erlanger, the health department said.
Health department spokesperson Skip Tate said the water park has been very cooperative, having “super-chlorinated” their pool. The park remains open, Tate added.
The water park did not immediately respond to a request for comment.
Tate said the other half of the cases came from other sources, such as one person who was kayaking in the Little Miami River.
Those impacted range from 2 years old to adult, he added.
As part of the outbreak response efforts, the Northern Kentucky Health Department is investigating, providing related guidance to facilities and individuals, and taking associated actions to reduce risks.