Update: Shigella Outbreak in San Diego County — 12-3-2021 - countynewscenter.com

The County of San Diego has announced the ongoing outbreak of shigella now stands at 41 confirmed and seven probable cases, an increase from 38 confirmed and three probable cases in the Nov.

The 48 cases in this outbreak represent 13% of the 372 total cases reported to date in San Diego County.

The cases are among individuals experiencing homelessness, with the majority at multiple locations in central San Diego and two cases in North County.

The County continues to work closely with the City of San Diego, regional homeless service providers and others to identify new cases, prevent future potential exposures and promote good hygienic and sanitation precautions.

In 2020, a total of 240 shigellosis cases were reported in San Diego County residents while the 426 cases reported in 2019 was the highest since 1995.

Influenza Cases Continue to Increase in San Diego

Influenza Cases Continue to Increase in San Diego