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What are some parasites/microorganisms that cause common illness and are found in creek water?

Dr. Martin Raff, University of Texas Medical Branch School of Medicine Answered Oct. 19, 2013
54 years experience in Internal Medicine - Infectious Disease
Parasites. Giardia lamblia is probably the most frequent seen in the usa.
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