CDC: Harmful parasite on the rise in swimming pools

Monday, May 22, 2017
HOUSTON, Texas (KTRK) -- The Center for Disease Control and Prevention has a new warning before you take another dip in the swimming pool.

According to officials, a harmful parasite found in swimming pools is on the rise. Last year, there were 32 outbreaks linked to the crypto parasite.
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The parasite can cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

CDC officials said the best way to avoid the parasite is to never swallow pool water.
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