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Shigellosis in day-care centres
Lancet (London, England)
|January 11, 1975
Summary
Shigellosis outbreaks in day-care centers spread easily person-to-person, with high attack rates. Controlling these public health problems requires hygiene improvements and separating infected individuals.
Area of Science:
- Infectious Diseases
- Public Health
- Epidemiology
Background:
- Shigellosis outbreaks in day-care centers have increased since 1972.
- These outbreaks exhibit unique epidemiological features compared to other settings.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate the epidemiological features of shigellosis in day-care centers.
- To identify effective preventive and control measures for shigellosis outbreaks in this setting.
Main Methods:
- Review of reported shigellosis outbreaks in day-care centers.
- Analysis of epidemiological data, including attack rates and transmission patterns.
Main Results:
- Day-care center shigellosis outbreaks have higher attack rates than primary schools.
- Person-to-person transmission is the primary mode of spread, with common household and community spread.
- Outbreaks resemble those in custodial institutions.
Conclusions:
- Preventive measures must target children, staff, and the environment.
- Outbreak control requires center closure, isolation, antibiotic use, and hygiene education.
- Improved surveillance is crucial for managing this public health issue.