Bothell

Health officials are investigating a cryptosporidium outbreak linked to a swimming pool in Bothell, Washington. Cryptosporidium is a parasite that causes diarrheal illness and can spread easily in recreational water because it is resistant to standard chlorine levels. The investigation is drawing attention as swimmers are being warned about the risk of infection at public pools.

King County Public Health says a cryptosporidiosis outbreak linked to the McMenamins pool in Bothell, Washington has ended. The parasitic illness, which spreads in contaminated swimming water, had prompted health officials to investigate the facility. The announcement means the pool is no longer considered a source of infection risk, and local coverage notes the outbreak has been officially closed.

Public Health – Seattle & King County is investigating an outbreak of cryptosporidiosis, a diarrheal illness caused by a chlorine-resistant parasite, linked to the pool at the McMenamins Anderson School in Bothell, Washington. Health officials are warning swimmers who visited the facility and advising precautions such as avoiding pools while symptomatic, as the investigation into the number of cases continues.

Health officials are investigating a cryptosporidium outbreak associated with a swimming pool in Bothell, Washington. The parasitic illness, which causes diarrhea, has been reported by several local outlets including the Bellevue Reporter, Seattle Weekly and Federal Way Mirror. Residents are being urged to watch for symptoms and avoid swimming while sick, as the parasite can survive chlorination and spread easily in recreational water.