Wellington pools drained due to stomach bug outbreak

A stomach bug outbreak in Wellington has been connected to a new $68 million pool complex. The illness, known as cryptosporidiosis, has affected at least 32 people in the area. In response to the outbreak, the management of the complex has drained and treated its pools as a precaution. Health officials are taking the situation seriously, emphasizing the importance of hygiene to prevent further spread. Dr. Craig Thornley, a medical officer with the National Public Health Service, highlighted how easily the bug can spread. He cautioned that it can survive even after using hand sanitizers. People are advised to wash their hands thoroughly before cooking and after using the toilet to stay safe.