Shigellosis is an infectious disease caused by a group of bacteria called Shigella (shih-GEHL-uh). Most who are infected with Shigella develop diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps starting a day or two after they are exposed to the bacteria.
Reported Incidence and Average Annual Rate (per 100,000) for Shigellosis (2009-2011), (2010-2012), and (2011-2013)
| Report Area | Year | Rate | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| Franklin County | 2009-2011 | 3.8 | 17 |
| PA | 2009-2011 | 6.4 | 2,425 |
| Franklin County | 2010-2012 | 3.8 | 17 |
| PA | 2010-2012 | 2.7 | 1,034 |
| Franklin County | 2011-2013 | ND | 7 |
| PA | 2011-2013 | 1.1 | 403 |
Website Updated August 2016
Reported Incidence and Average Annual Rate (per 100,000) for Shigellosis
Pennsylvania Department of Health, <www.portal.state.pa.us>