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Who is most affected?
The story points out that this sexually transmitted shigella primarily affects gay, bisexual, and other men who have sex with men. This doesn't mean others can't get it, but understanding which groups are most impacted helps public health bodies target prevention and awareness campaigns effectively, as seen with the 25% increase in England.
Stories that explain this
Sexually transmitted shigella cases growing faster and resisting antibioticsThis explainer came from a news story
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