Music Festival Hit By Faecal Disease Outbreak: 230 Sick, Urgent Warning Issued
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The outbreak was confirmed at the festival after 230 people who attended reported symptoms.
Music fans who attended Australian State Victoria's Esoteric Festival are being warned about a shigellosis outbreak, a contagious bowel infection. The Department of Health confirmed the outbreak after festivalgoers reported symptoms consistent with shigellosis, which include diarrhoea, fever, nausea, and cramps, according to News.com.au.
Shigellosis spreads through contact with infected faeces, either directly or indirectly, through contaminated hands or surfaces. Those most at risk from complications are young children and the elderly, as per the news outlet.
The festival took place from March 8th to 12th in Donald, Victoria. Health officials are urging anyone who attended the Esoteric Festival during that time to get tested immediately if they experience any gastrointestinal symptoms.
