Cryptosporidium - the Ruiner of Your Backcountry Trip

Advanced Wilderness Life Support (AWLS)

English - May 09, 2024 00:00 - 17 minutes - 11.9 MB - ★★★★★ - 30 ratings
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Most people call it Crypto, and most people will have only mild diarrhea. But don't be mistaken, not only can it ruin a trip, it is very contagious and many people can get it. And some will get very sick. Worse still, It is resistant to chlorine and iodine. Listen and learn how to prevent this parasite from entering your body.