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14 sickened in parasite outbreak linked to McMenamins pool
Health officials are investigating an outbreak of a parasitic illness that has sickened 14 people, with cases linked to a swimming pool at a McMenamins property in Oregon. The parasite, likely cryptosporidium, spreads in chlorinated water and causes gastrointestinal illness. Authorities are urging anyone with symptoms to avoid public pools while the investigation continues.
Why now: A public health outbreak tied to a well-known local business raises concern about pool safety and further cases.
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