Putting an end to infectious diseases

Infectious diseases remain a major concern, with the government calling on all stakeholders to do their part in taking preventive measures and investing in tackling the problem. While getting adventurous with food has become the “in” thing to do these days, suffering from food-borne illnesses is surely not part of the thrill. Typhoid fever is one of the reasons why there needs to be a heightened alert when it comes to consumption of food and drinks. When a person consumes food or drink that has been contaminated with Salmonella Typhi bacteria, it will enter his or her bloodstream and intestinal tract. The bacteria will continue to multiply and spread, causing the body to react with fever and other signs and symptoms. It is a common illness in the developing world, including Indonesia, and it takes precautions to stay away from the risk. Vaccination against typhoid is recommended, but physicians warn immunization alone may...