Cause:  Salmonella Typhi Bacteria

Mode of Transmission:

• Ingestion of food and water contaminated with human waste

Signs and Symptoms:

• Sustained high fever
• headache
• malaise (weakness)
• anorexia (loss of appetite)
• diarrhea or constipation and abdominal discomfort

Prevention and Control:

• Boil water for drinking. (Upon reaching boiling point, extend boiling for two or more minutes) or
• Do water chlorination
• Cook food well and always use food cover to prevent flies and other insects from contaminating them.
• Wash thoroughly all vegetables and fruits especially those that are eaten raw.
• Avoid eating street vended foods.
• Wash hands with soap and water after using the toilet and before eating.
• Keep surrounding cleam to prevent breeding of flies.

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