Glenwood Springs Parasite Outbreak

If you are planning a trip to Glenwood Springs to enjoy the natural hot springs, you may want to double check your travel plans. According to Denver news 7, there has been a parasitic outbreak of the cryptosporidium parasite at Glenwood Hot Springs Resort.

The report states that all four cases were in the childrens water attraction area on August 18th. The area has been shut down since and will remain closed until all test confirm a zero presence of the parasite.

The spread of the parasite is most commonly spread by swallowing water infected with the parasite. While there is nothing that can be done to treat cryptosporidiosis, it is not fatal, and passes within a week or two.

To avoid the parasite and help stop the spread, take these steps before and while in a pool or body of water:

Don’t go swimming if you have diarrhea

Shower before you get in the water

Don’t go to the bathroom in the water

Don’t swallow the water

Take kids for regular bathroom breaks

Check diapers and change them away from the water