Fecal
Heading to a beach for spring break? These are the areas in Texas that have elevated levels of fecal matter
GALVESTON, Texas – If you’re planning on heading down to the Gulf Coast for your Spring Break, you’ll want to check this list. Texas Beach Watch reported that the fecal bacteria count was low for the majority of beaches up and down the coast, however, beach goers in the Corpus Christi and Surfside Beach areas …
‘Crypto’ warning: CDC says fecal parasite can live for days in swimming pools
The parasite’s full name is cryptosporidium. It causes cryptosporidiosis, which can leave healthy adults suffering from “profuse, watery diarrhea” for as long as three weeks. The effects can be worse for children, pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems. “The number of treated recreational water-associated outbreaks caused by cryptosporidium drives the summer seasonal peak …
Fecal matter in water at Cannon Beach prompts health advisory
State officials issued a public health advisory Tuesday for the ocean water at Cannon Beach, citing higher-than-normal levels of fecal matter in water samples. People should avoid direct contact with the water near Cannon Beach until the advisory is lifted, a news release from the Oregon Health Authority said. The bacteria can cause diarrhea, stomach …