Shigellosis (Shigella)
Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella. The Shigella bacteria pass from one infected person to the next.
- Causes and Symptoms of Shigellosis
Shigella facts, including common symptoms and how the disease is spread.
- Preventing Shigellosis
Learn how to minimize your risk of Shigella infection.
- Shigellosis Statistics
Statistics for shigellosis in Minnesota.
- Health Care Provider Information on Shigellosis
Required reporting information, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment, and other clinical information.
Spotlight
Reporting Suspected Foodborne Illness
Please call the Minnesota Department of Health if you suspect you have a foodborne or waterborne illness. MDH will relay the necessary information to the appropriate local health authorities.
Turkey: Safe Thawing and Cooking
Food safety tips for handling, thawing, roasting, storing, and reheating turkey.
Norovirus Infection
Noroviruses are members of a group of viruses called caliciviruses also known previously as “Norwalk-like viruses.” Learn more about Norovirus, how to minimize your risk of acquiring norovirus infection, required reporting information, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment and more.
Protect others if you are experiencing diarrhea!
Anyone with a diarrheal illness should avoid swimming in public pools or lakes, sharing baths with others, and preparing food for others.
Young children (children in diapers) that are experiencing diarrhea should not be allowed to go swimming or attend daycare.
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