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
