Tips for Preventing Shigellosis

  • Wash hands with soap carefully and frequently, especially after going to the bathroom, after changing diapers, and before preparing foods or beverages.
  • Dispose of soiled diapers properly.
  • Disinfect diaper changing areas after using them.
  • Keep children with diarrhea out of child care settings.
  • Supervise handwashing of toddlers and small children after they use the toilet.
  • Persons with diarrheal illness should not prepare food for others.
  • If you are traveling to the developing world, "boil it, cook it, peel it, or forget it."
  • Avoid drinking pool water.
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