Drug-resistant bacteria causing bloody diarrhea is growing threat

Here's a look at how to prevent drug-resistant shigella, a type of bacteria that causes shigellosis, a diarrheal infection.

Cases of drug-resistant infection that causes diarrhea are rising: What to know

Cases of drug-resistant Shigella infections are increasing in the United States in a trend that the Centers for Disease ...
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Diarrhea-causing infection increasing in US, CDC says

Officials called the increase "a public health threat," especially since shigella is spread easily from person to person.

Drug-resistant strain of diarrhea-inducing Shigella infection on the rise in the US, CDC says

XDR Shigella made up 0% of cases a decade ago. It now accounts for 8.5%. More than a third of patients diagnosed with the ...

Why Traveler’s Tummy Is My Biggest Concern This Summer and How You Can Avoid It

Traveler’s diarrhea is a common but avoidable travel problem. Here’s what causes it and the smart habits that can help keep ...
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Bacteria that can cause vomiting, diarrhea gets kids' cough syrup recalled

Parents, guardians and all who care for kids should check their medicine cabinets after a children's cough syrup was recalled for a foodborne bacteria that can cause myriad problems. And, in extreme ...

The heatwave diet: What to eat and avoid to prevent summer diarrhea and dehydration

Summer diarrhea and dehydration are common issues that are caused by dietary mistakes. Nutritionist Lovneet Batra explains ...