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Shigella outbreak in Yakima and Spokane counties

Learn more about the specific outbreaks here: Yakima English Spanish Spokane English CDC English Spanish What is Shigella? Shigella is a bacteria that can spread easily from one person to […]

Bacteria , germ infection

Learn more about the specific outbreaks here:

Yakima

English

Spanish

Spokane

English

CDC

English

Spanish

What is Shigella?

Shigella is a bacteria that can spread easily from one person to another and it only takes a small

amount of Shigella to cause illness. Individuals can get infected by swallowing Shigella, such as:

  • Touching surfaces or items contaminated with Shigella bacteria from someone with an infection and then touching your mouth
  • Eating food prepared by someone with a Shigella infection

Most people with Shigella infection experience:

  • Diarrhea that can be bloody or prolonged (lasting more than 3 days)
  • Fever
  • Stomach pain
  • Feeling the need to pass stool even when the bowels are empty

Symptoms usually start 1-2 days after an infection and last 7 days. Individuals who are

experiencing severe or persistent symptoms should seek medical attention immediately.

Our Primary Care Services

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Family Medicine

Health care for your whole family. Family Medicine helps people of all ages stay well and track their health.

Family Medicine
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Pediatrics

Health care for your children. Pediatrics provides general health care for children, from newborn babies to kids age 18.

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Primary Care Behavioral Health

Behavioral care for your family. Our Primary Care Behavioral Health services help you with behaviors that are affecting your everyday life and health.

Primary Care Behavioral Health
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Primary Care Nutrition

Learn healthy eating habits. Primary Care Nutrition Services help you eating the foods that fit the way you want to live.

Primary Care Nutrition
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Internal Medicine

For the health and wellness of adults. Internal Medicine focuses on caring for adults. Our internists are experts in maintaining your health and in detecting and treating issues if they arise.

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Why choose Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic?

Supporting families outside of the exam room.

In addition to our specialist doctors, you can also inquire about our related programs. These programs can offer guidance, peer support, and financial assistance to help you and your family grow.

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Chronic Disease Self-Management

You might have a chronic disease, but it doesn’t have to define you. We can show you ways to deal with your condition and feel more confident about taking care of yourself and staying active. Classes are taught in English and Spanish.

Chronic Disease Self-Management
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First Steps

First Steps supports pregnant women and newborn babies in Washington by showing you how to use medical, social, educational, and other local resources that can help during your pregnancy.

First Steps
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Los Niños Bien Educados

This program helps Spanish-speaking parents help their kids do better in school and avoid child abuse or neglect.

Los Niños Bien Educados
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Maternity Case Management

Our Maternity Case Management program gives Oregon women at-home or in-office access to a Community Health Nurse, a Behavioral Health Specialist, a Community Health Worker, and a Registered Dietitian during pregnancy and after delivery.

Maternity Case Management
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Parents as Teachers

Parents as Teachers lets you learn helpful tips from other parents who have already faced some of the issues you’re dealing with.

Parents as Teachers
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NORTHWEST COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER

Programs to help individuals and families to achieve a greater level of self-sufficiency.

NORTHWEST COMMUNITY ACTION CENTER

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