Taney County Health Department Issues Shigella Advisory

The Taney County Health Department has been investigating an increased incidence of Shigellosis (Shigella) in Taney County. Shigella is a highly contagious infectious disease that causes diarrhea. Since October 2009, there have been 26 confirmed cases of shigella and more samples are currently being tested. An increase in the number of cases reported has occurred in the past two weeks.

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For more information about the Shigella Health Advisory statement, click here.

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