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Health Alert: Outbreak of bacterial illness Shigella in Shawano

Posted at 10:25 AM, Jun 28, 2016
and last updated 2016-06-28 19:51:48-04

The Shawano-Menominee Counties Health Department reports an outbreak of a bacterial illness called Shigella. The illness causes diarrhea, fever and abdominal pain.

Health leaders say the cases have been connected to several daycare centers and the Hillcrest Primary School District.

Those diagnosed with the illness are undergoing treatment at this time.

Learn more about Shigella by clicking here.