Shigella Infographic

ARE YOU OR YOUR PARTNER
SICK WITH DIARRHEA?
It might be caused by Shigella germs.
These germs can be found in stool (poop) of people who are sick with the illness.
Protect Yourself and Your Community
If you have diarrhea, FOLLOW these simple steps:
WASH YOUR HANDS,
especially after going
to the bathroom.

WAIT to have sex until
your diarrhea is completely
gone. Use barriers (like
condoms or dental dams)
during sex.

DO NOT prepare
food for others
while you are sick.

If you think you might have Shigella, talk to your doctor.
www.cdc.gov/shigella
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AVOID swimming
until you have
fully recovered.