PETALING JAYA: The rotavirus outbreak linked to the Ulu Legong hot springs recreation centre in Baling could have been due to someone defecating in the springs. Water quality and modelling specialist Dr Zaki Zainudin theorised that it was either that or a nearby sewage discharge. I am speculating but these are the potential possibilities,” said Dr Zaki. “I can see why it can happen in an uncontrolled environment, a recreational area like the hot springs,” he added. Health director-general Datuk Dr Noor Hisham Abdullah urged those who bathed at the hot springs between Jan 25 and Feb 3, to seek medical advice.

Source: The Star February 09, 2017 22:18 UTC