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Infectious Disease Epidemiology, Prevention and Control Division
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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.
- Childcare Provider Information on Shigellosis
Information for child care professionals about Shigella and shigellosis prevention.
- Health Care Provider Information on Shigellosis
Required reporting information, clinical features, laboratory diagnosis, treatment, and other clinical information.
Last Updated: 10/19/2022