AMERICAN NEWS Dec 27, 2023
Portland sees increase in diseases spread by human waste
Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties have reported 45 cases of the bacteria in December, with nine different strains observed in the Portland metro area since October.
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Portland sees increase in diseases spread by human waste
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Darian Douraghy
Dec 27, 2023
Multnomah County is encouraging residents to watch their hygiene after a boost in shigella cases was observed in Old Town Portland.
Shigella is a bacteria that spreads via fecal matter, and creates symptoms that include fever, stomach cramps, vomiting, and diarrhea. It can last anywhere from three to 10 days.
“Shigella spreads when one person’s infected poop gets into another person’s mouth through food or water, from objects or surfaces with shigella bacteria on them, or during sex,” Multnomah County said, according to KOIN 6. “Shigella spreads very easily. Even a very small amount is enough to make someone sick.”
Multnomah, Washington, and Clackamas counties have reported 45 cases of the bacteria in December, with nine different strains observed in the Portland metro area since October.
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