With thousands of Irish holidaymakers set to flock to Spain over the coming months, a warning has been issued about a potentially severe stomach bug that's sweeping parts of the country. Authorities have reported a worrying increase in tourists returning to Ireland with stomach problems like diarrhea and vomiting. It is believed this is down to a contagious condition called cryptosporidiosis, with increased cases reported in holidaymakers coming home from Spain, particularly from the Salou area.
An update on Ireland's Department of Foreign Affairs website reads: "There have been reports of increased levels of cryptosporidiosis, a potentially severe stomach bug, reported from areas of Spain, particularly Salou in Catalonia. The HSE is advising people to take extra hygiene precautions when travelling in this area." READ MORE: Spain travel warning over excessive heat as tourists advised to 'only leave hotel if necessary' READ MORE: Met Eireann July heatwave verdict as weather maps show Ireland sizzling in 26C scorcher Last autumn, Ireland's HSE issued a warning over the bug and advised of the best measures holidaymakers can take while abroad to avoid getting sick.
A spokesperson said: "With more Irish holidaymakers returning from abroad with gastrointestinal illness (diarrhoea and vomiting), the HSE is advising people to take extra hygiene precautions when travelling overseas. Increased levels of cryptosporidiosis, a bug that produces gastroenteritis, have been reported over the.
