Upset stomach? It may be more than that. Shigella Shigella causes a diarrhea illness, sometimes leading to dehydration and hospitalization. It spreads easily and is most common among 2 – 4 year olds who are not fully toilet- trained, and their family members, child care providers and playmates. a.k.a. Shigellosis What To Look For • Diarrhea • Fever • Stomach Cramps • Nausea or Vomiting What You Can Do To Stop It • Wash hands often, especially after going to the bathroom, after changing diapers, before eating and before making food or drinks. • Stay home when sick. • See a medical provider for testing and diagnosis. To Learn More, Go To www.publichealth.columbus.gov COLUMBUS PUBLIC HEALTH • 240 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43215 • www.publichealth.columbus.gov • 10/2012
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Upset stomach? It may be more than that.
Shigella
Shigella causes a diarrhea illness, sometimes leading to dehydration and hospitalization. It spreads easily and is most common among 2 – 4 year olds who are not fully toilet-trained, and their family members, child care providers and playmates.
a.k.a. Shigellosis
What To Look For• Diarrhea• Fever• Stomach Cramps• Nausea or Vomiting
What You Can Do To Stop It• Wash hands often, especially
after going to the bathroom, after changing diapers, before eating and before making food or drinks.
• Stay home when sick. • See a medical provider for
testing and diagnosis.
To Learn More, Go To www.publichealth.columbus.gov
COLUMBUS PUBLIC HEALTH • 240 Parsons Ave, Columbus, OH 43215 • www.publichealth.columbus.gov • 10/2012
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