Prevention and Control of Shigella food borne infection
The control of Shigella food borne infection is similar to that of salmonellae; avoiding contamination of foods by animal or human carriers or their excrement, thorough cooking and prompt cooling. Proper personal hygiene should be maintained. In severe cases of shigellosis, dehydration of the body may necessitate intravenous replacement of fluid with electrolytes. Ampicillin antibiotic can decrease the duration of the disease.