Shigella outbreak grows with cases in homeless encampments along Guadalupe River

Nine people tested positive and 21 suspected with Shigella in Santa Clara County, mainly among homeless near the Guadalupe River, emphasizing public caution downstream of certain points.

Shigella causes gastrointestinal symptoms and is spread through infected stool or contaminated food; despite most cases self-resolving, some require antibiotics and can be fatal in rare instances.

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