Shigella Spreading Again

 

 

Shigella infections are on the rise once more. In the first six days of November, the infection was confirmed in 23 individuals—with 13 cases reported on Friday alone. For comparison, 32 people were affected in September.

So far this year, 583 people have contracted Shigella, while another 116 are suspected to have the infection. Eight people have lost their lives. When the disease was first reported in the state, 132 people were affected; no deaths were recorded at that time.