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Is Typhoid Contagious?

i am 36 years old and have been diagnosed with typhoid 2 days ago, i m taking the medication given by the doctor, i want to know is it contagious? and what precautions do i need to take for myself and my family as i have 2 young kids 10 and 6 years. please advise what and what not to eat.
Tue, 17 Jun 2014
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Hello,
Welcome to HCM,

Typhoid fever is a disease which is transmitted by drinking or eating contaminated food. It is a disease caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi.

It is communicable to your family members if there is any contamination of food and water otherwise it is not transmitted to your family members.

I would suggest you to adopt good hygiene practices like washing the hand before and after the food and defecation. The housefly can transmit the disease so avoid the fly nuisance.Eat and drink hot food and beverages.
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Is Typhoid Contagious?

Hello, Welcome to HCM, Typhoid fever is a disease which is transmitted by drinking or eating contaminated food. It is a disease caused by the bacteria Salmonella typhi. It is communicable to your family members if there is any contamination of food and water otherwise it is not transmitted to your family members. I would suggest you to adopt good hygiene practices like washing the hand before and after the food and defecation. The housefly can transmit the disease so avoid the fly nuisance.Eat and drink hot food and beverages. Thank you.