What is the reason why hundreds of people in Shouxian County, Anhui Province have fever and diarrhea?

It is understood that a few days ago, hundreds of people in Baoyi Town, Shouxian County, Anhui Province developed fever and diarrhea, which was suspected to be due to water pollution. After preliminary investigation by relevant departments, it was confirmed to be Shigella infection. Does the tap water in Shouxian Town and residents' homes have this pathogen? The relevant investigation team is still investigating. However, in order to prevent water body infection, the relevant departments have closed the waterworks in Baoyi Town.

In general, infectious diseases of digestive tract usually occur after major disasters. Since the summer, heavy rains have caused serious floods in Shouxian County. This collective infection may be caused by the flood. When floods enter towns and villages, the bacteria carried by them also spread with the invasion of water, leading to infection among residents.

Generally speaking, when food contains coliforms, Escherichia coli and Salmonella, there is a great possibility that it is Shigella. Foods related to bacillary dysentery include salads, raw vegetables, milk and dairy products, fruits, bread products, hamburgers and so on. After being infected with Shigella, the most common symptoms are diarrhea, fever, nausea, vomiting, stomach cramps, flatulence and constipation. Therefore, early diagnosis, early isolation and early treatment should be achieved to eliminate the source of infection.

Shigella can be excreted with the feces of patients or carriers, and spread through contaminated food, water and hands. Pay attention to food hygiene at ordinary times.

First, pay attention to food hygiene. Wash your hands before eating at ordinary times, thoroughly cook three meals, separate raw food from cooked food, and clean and disinfect tableware before use; At the same time, don't eat food that has deteriorated or been soaked by floods; Do not buy food at stalls without food business licenses; Do not eat drowned or sick livestock or aquatic products; No leftovers, no cold food.

Second, pay attention to drinking water hygiene. Do not drink raw water, well water, river water, lake water, pond water, etc. The surface of household faucet can be wiped and disinfected with chlorine-containing disinfectant to prevent bacterial growth.