The local health department, with support from
WVBPH, conducted an investigation to determine the source, identify additional cases, and implement control measures.
In collaboration with the local health department and hospital A,
WVBPH conducted an initial field investigation during February 7-9 to identify all cases and characterize infection risk factors.
In accordance with the IDSA Guidelines on Management of Patients with Diarrheal Illness, the
WVBPH recommends testing for persons with diarrheal illness lasting more than 24 hours, especially if accompanied by blood in the stool or other signs of severity such as fever, dehydration, etc.