The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has reported a concerning surge in cryptosporidiosis cases, a diarrhoea illness caused by a microscopic parasite. The number of confirmed cases has doubled, reaching 46, with over 100 additional people experiencing similar symptoms in the Brixham area.
Residents and visitors in the south Devon town have also reported diarrhoea and vomiting, prompting investigations. Social media posts reveal that hundreds of locals have felt unwell over the past two weeks.