The bacteria called Shigella causes the shigellosis infection. This infection causes diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. Shigella spreads very easily and anyone can become infected by swallowing the bacteria (contaminated food, touching contaminated surfaces, or exposure to contaminated stool (poop)). A child with the diagnosis of shigellosis infection should stay home from school and any child care.
Reporting
For information on how to report a disease click here. For any questions, please contact the appropriate health authority by phone or review the website for additional information.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties
Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS)
(775) 887-2190
Website
Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
(702) 759-1300
Website
Washoe County
Washoe County Health District (WCHD)
(775) 328-2447
Website
All Other Counties
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
(775) 400-0333
Website