answersLogoWhite

0

Is typhus a problem in other countries?

Updated: 11/10/2020
User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

Best Answer

According to the World Health Organization:

Typhus fever occurs in colder (i.e. mountainous) regions of central and eastern Africa, central and South America, and Asia. In recent years, most outbreaks have taken place in Burundi, Ethiopia and Rwanda. Typhus fever occurs in conditions of overcrowding and poor hygiene, such as in prisons and refugee camps.

User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago
This answer is:
User Avatar
More answers
User Avatar

Wiki User

8y ago

Yes, typhus (typhoid) is a continuing problem in many countries that do not have clean drinking water.

This answer is:
User Avatar

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Is typhus a problem in other countries?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp
Related questions

Was typhus a big problem for the Irish poor in the work houses?

yes workers were not kept in good conditions.So typhus as a big problem!


What is the type of habitat Typhus needs?

Typhus lives in the digestive system of humans and other mammals.


Is drug trafficking a problem in other countries?

It is a problem in many countries around the world. It is a way many criminals try to raise money, so it is an international problem.


What does the medical term typhus mean?

Typhus (Greek: stupor caused by fever) is an acute infectious fever. It is caused by an obligate parasite Rickettsiabacterium. There are several forms of typhus, each with its own set of symptoms. To prevent typhus there is a vaccine available, and contact with fleas and lice should be avoided in countries known to have typhus. Treatment is with antibiotics including Tetracycline, Doxycycline or Azithromycin.Please note: typhus is not the same as typhoid fever which is caused by the bacterium Salmonella enterica enterica, serovar Typhi.


Why does lice infestation present a serious health problem?

Lice infestation is a serious public health problem because some lice can carry organisms that cause other diseases, including relapsing fever, trench fever, and epidemic typhus.


When Washington left office he warned us of two treats, problem with other _______ and problem with the ___________?

Countries, spirit of the party.


Does typhus itch?

Yes, the typhus rash may itch, especially if it is murine typhus.


What has the author Marinus van den Ende written?

Marinus van den Ende has written: 'Chemotherapeutic and other studies of typhus' -- subject(s): Typhus fever


Are Austrians upset with Australia for stealing their countries name?

Neither country has any problem with the other over the names of their countries.


How many people are diagnosed with typhus?

alot of homeless people or people who live in third world countries with poor hygiene


Is there a sertent place that you get typhus?

is there a certent place that you get typhus


How does dependence on other countries for resources become a problem?

The countries we are depending on to give us resources will have a benefit to their economy. because of that the country other countries are depending on will be able to boost their economy and get more money