Abstract:
Salmonella typhi, the causative agent of typhoid fever, continues to pose a significant
global health threat, particularly in regions with inadequate sanitation and limited access
to clean water. This comprehensive survey explores the implications of Salmonella typhi
infections, shedding light on the current situation, preventive measures, and ongoing
control efforts. The implications of Salmonella typhi infections extend beyond the
immediate health impact, encompassing economic burdens, reduced workforce
productivity, and strain on healthcare systems. According to the survey, most of the
responders replied that they have been very familiar with Salmonella typhi infection. In
this investigation most of the responders (77%) replied that they have been affected
Typhoid. 53% response that they have been suffered high fever that is becoming severe
and constant. Also 17% participant’s response that they have been suffered abdominal pain
and 20% have been suffered higher and severe diarrhea. According to the survey, most of
the participants (57%) replied that they have been taken medicine without doctor
prescribing. According to the survey, most of the responders (78%) replied that they
haven’t aware about complication of Salmonella typhi. In this investigation most of the
responders (60%) replied that they have been known Typhoid is a contagious disease. 37%
responders replied that they have been taken preventive measure as washing hands
regularly, 25% replied taken safe food handling practices, 20% replied that they have been
taken vaccination and also 18% taken steps as avoiding raw or undercooked foods. 35%
responders said Typhoid fever may be gets worse like Pneumonia and anemia, 22% typhoid
intestinal perforation (TIP), 18% gastrointestinal hemorrhage & 15% hepatitis. The survey
discusses various vaccination strategies, hygiene practices, and public awareness
campaigns that have proven effective in reducing the incidence of typhoid fever. By
understanding the implications and addressing the challenges, stakeholders can work
collaboratively to reduce the burden of typhoid fever and improve public health outcomes
worldwide.
