The doctor is in: Typhoid troubles in monsoon season

By Dr Maharshi Desai
There is a worrying rise in typhoid cases. What are the basic precautions to be observed to prevent the disease?
It spreads due to contaminated food and water. So, you need to take care, especially in monsoon season, about the following:
Wash your hands with soap and water before eating or handling food.
* Drink uncontaminated water. If in doubt, boil water.
* Do not eat icy drinks and do not eat popsicles or flavoured ice.
* Eat food that is freshly and completely cooked.
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