Cryptosporidiosis Cases Linked to Gaylord Pacific Resort Pools Prompt Health Warning

San Diego County public health officials have launched an investigation after four individuals were diagnosed with cryptosporidiosis following visits to the pool area of the Gaylord Pacific Resort and Convention Center in Chula Vista between July 24 and August 15. The resort’s expansive 4.25-acre water complex, part of a $1.3 billion development partially funded by taxpayer money, is popular with local families who purchase day passes starting at $12.50.

Cryptosporidium, a parasite that tolerates chlorine, causes watery diarrhea that can linger for weeks and can be shed even after symptoms disappear, raising the risk of further contamination. Health experts advise rigorous hygiene and abstaining from swimming while ill to curb transmission. The CDC explains the parasite can persist in various environments, including water and surfaces contaminated with fecal matter. No comment was obtained from resort representatives at the time of reporting.