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Shigella Outbreaks: Causes, Symptoms, Prevention, and Public Health Response

Shigella is a genus of bacteria that causes shigellosis, an intestinal infection marked by diarrhea, fever, and stomach cramps. It spreads efficiently through person-to-person c...

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Do bacteria die when frozen?

Freezing usually stops bacterial growth and puts most bacteria into a dormant state rather than killing them outright. Dormant cells can revive when conditions warm and moisture...

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