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Understanding the causes of typhoid fever

What are 4 causes of typhoid?

Typhoid fever is caused by a bacteria called Salmonella typhi. While rare in the UK, it’s still a major concern in several countries around the world and affects up to 20 million people per year. Most cases occur in India, Africa, Southeast Asia and South America. If you’re going to

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Typhoid Fever Vaccination

How Long Does the Typhoid Vaccine Last?

Typhoid – or Typhoid fever, is a bacterial infection caused by the Salmonella Typhi bacteria.  This illness is spread from person to person, generally when someone goes to the toilet and does not wash their hands afterwards.

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What is Typhoid fever and how do you treat it?

Typhoid fever, to give it the proper name, is a bacterial infection that can spread throughout the body affecting the major organs. It is treatable but without prompt treatment, it can cause serious complications and ultimately end up being fatal. 

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