Dysentery cases rise in Portland metro area, health department reports
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — Dysentery is on the rise in the Portland metro area, according to recent data released by the Multnomah County Health Department.
Also known as shigellosis, dysentery is a highly contagious bacterial disease that can cause fever, cramps, vomiting, diarrhea and fever.
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Data on dysentery cases collected by the county from 2017-2024 shows a marked increase in the number of cases between 2023 and 2024. Further, January 2025 showed 40 cases reported.
According to the county, 91% of the cases in that 7-year timeframe were caused by person-to-person spread. Of the most recent cluster of cases, the county said 56% of the cases were among people experiencing homelessness and 55% of the cases reported methamphetamine or opiate usage.
As shigella is caused by poor sanitation, health experts say the best way to avoid it is to wash your hands.
KOIN 6 News has reached out to the Multnomah County Health Department for further comment.
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