Outbreak
OUTBREAK
Central Washington Faces Surge in Reported Shigella Cases
OCT 20, 2023
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Shigella bacteria
Severity
72 cases reported this year in Yakima county, Washington. Officials are urging community to take preventative measures especially at holiday social gatherings. Remember to always wash your hands, and stay home if you are sick.
Who's At Risk?
People with weakened immune systems from diseases (such as HIV) or medical treatments (such as chemotherapy for cancer)
Symptoms
Shigella is a bacteria that spreads from person to person. A small amount of bacteria is enough to cause illness. Symptoms start 1 to 2 days after contact and include diarrhea, fever and stomach pain. In rare circumstances, it may lead to reactive arthritis causing joint pain, eye irritation, and painful urination.