TYPHOID FEVER - Causes and prevention during the rainy season.

Have you been feeling unwell with a persistent fever, stomach pain, and fatigue? You might be dealing with typhoid fever—a potentially serious infection that can affect anyone. So, how does this illness spread?? Typhoid fever is a bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi, a type of bacteria that infects the intestines and bloodstream. It spreads through contaminated food, water, or contact with an infected person’s feces. If untreated, typhoid fever can cause severe health complications, but with proper treatment, it’s usually manageable. The primary way typhoid fever spreads is through contaminated food or water. In areas where water sources aren’t properly treated, the bacteria can be present in drinking water. Eating contaminated food: Poor hygiene practices during food preparation or handling can lead to contamination. Close contact with an infected person: The bacteria can spread through direct contact with an infected person's feces or urine. Poor sanitation and...