Giardia outbreak has spread past Hopkins County, health officials say
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Giardia outbreak has spread past Hopkins County, health officials say
Health officials say there is no concern with drinking water in Hopkins County. A lawsuit has been filed against the restaurant linked to the outbreak. If you have a diarrhea illness, you’re asked to seek care from your medical provider.
Monday, Kentucky Public Health released a statement saying the parasitic infection has 66 lab-confirmed cases and has been reported in Muhlenberg and Webster County.
As we previously told you, a lawsuit has been filed against the restaurant linked to the Giardia outbreak locally.
Officials say there is no concern with drinking water in Hopkins County.
If you have a diarrhea illness, you’re asked to seek care from your medical provider for testing and treatment.
You can learn more about Giardia by visiting the CDC website.
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