5 infectious diseases to be cautious about during and post flood
6 years, 7 months ago

5 infectious diseases to be cautious about during and post flood

India TV News  

Flood is the most common natural disaster across the globe. Flood affected areas is the home of many diseases be it water-borne diseases like typhoid, cholera and conjunctivitis; these diseases are common because of contaminated drinking water in the aftermath of floods. Typhoid fever Typhoid fever is caused by a bacteria called Salmonella Typhi which is present in contaminated drinking water and food. Cholera Similar to typhoid fever, cholera is caused by a bacteria known as Vibrio Cholera which is spread in drinking water and food. Leptospirosis Unlike typhoid and cholera, one epidemic-prone infection which can be transmitted directly from contaminated water is leptospirosis.

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