Overview
- Public Health Wales is investigating 28 confirmed cases of cryptosporidium linked to calf and lamb petting sessions at Cowbridge Farm Shop in Cowbridge, Wales.
- Marlborough Grange Farm has voluntarily suspended animal feeding and petting activities and is cooperating fully with the investigation.
- Cryptosporidium, a parasite found in animal feces, causes gastrointestinal illness with symptoms such as watery diarrhea, stomach cramps, nausea, and fever.
- Health officials emphasize proper hygiene practices for farm visitors, including thorough handwashing and avoiding food consumption during animal contact.
- Authorities urge anyone who visited the farm and is experiencing symptoms to contact their GP, particularly young children and those with weakened immune systems who are at higher risk.