Shigella Outbreak Surging Among Homeless in Downtown Portland, Oregon due to Lack of Hygiene

Portland, Oregon – The homeless population in downtown Portland, Oregon is spreading Shigella, a highly contagious bacteria that could potentially lead to a public health emergency. The Portland metro has reported a surge in cases of shigellosis, with at least 218 cases in 2023 and 45 cases in December alone. The majority of these cases … Read more