Researchers Find Increase In Resistant Shigella Sonnei Infections That Spread Primarily Among People Experiencing Homelessness During COVID-19 Pandemic

Healio (12/17, Stulpin) reports, “Researchers found a large increase in resistant Shigella sonnei infections during the COVID-19 pandemic, noting that it spread primarily among people experiencing homelessness, according to a study.” One researcher said, “The underlying vulnerabilities of the underhoused individuals can lead to an increase in disease severity. Increased awareness, effective detection strategies and targeted prevention measures are essential to mitigate the spread of these infections.” The findings were published in Clinical Infectious Diseases.