Dysentery Cases Surge in Portland
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Dysentery cases on the rise in the Portland area: 40 new cases reported in January alone
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40 new cases of dysentery were reported in January alone in Multnomah County , Oregon , according to new health data.
Health officials say 56% of cases were among people experiencing homelessness and 55% reported methamphetamine and/or opiate usage.
The most common form of the disease is shigellosis, which is caused by the shigella bacteria.
Housing is a major factor in the spread, health officials say.
Diarrhea is the third leading cause of death in children under 5 worldwide.
It is responsible for killing around 443,832 children every year .
Most people can recover on their own with basic care like drinking plenty of water within 7-14 days .
Certain groups of people are more prone to developing severe cases of dysentery.
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