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Sarcocystosis in Malaysia

07 December 2011

CDC has reported a cluster of sarcocystosis among travellers returning from Malaysia. These travellers reported visiting Tioman Island on the east coast of Peninsular Malaysia before their illnesses occurred.

(Via CDC - accessed 07/12/11)

Advice for Travellers

Sarcocystosis is a parasitic infection that usually affects animals but can also affect humans. Most human infections are asymptomatic but reported symptoms include fever, diarrhoea and muscle pain. The parasite is transmitted via the ingestion of food contaminated by animal faeces. While travelling, you should follow food and water precautions and practice good hygiene.