A shigella outbreak is currently occurring in the Hampden County area. Headache, fever, and abdominal pain may also be present. If this outbreak continues, it can severely affect school attendance and activities.
Schools can play an important role in preventing the spread of shigella.
Strict adherence to proper handwashing is the single most effective tool in limiting the spread of shigella. The following intervention strategies will likely reduce the spread of shigella in your school. Hygiene, both at home and in the school, should be stressed. Children should have access to sinks and liquid soap for handwashing. Children should be instructed in proper handwashing and should wash their hands under running water.