Typhoid Fever: A Neglected Tropical Infection?

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Typhoid Fever: A Neglected Tropical Infection?

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Case Description

Typhoid fever remains a significant public health challenge, particularly in low- and middle-income countries, yet it is often overlooked among neglected tropical infections. This webinar will explore the epidemiology, transmission dynamics, and clinical presentation of typhoid fever in...

Case Summary

  • TIFOIfeather, often neglected as a tropical infection, remains a significant public health concern, particularly in developing countries with poor sanitation and hygiene. Outbreaks, like the recent one in Gandhinagarh and the one investigated two decades ago, highlight the persistence of the disease and potential worsening of the situation.

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Dr. Amitav Banerjee

Dr. Amitav Banerjee

Emeritus Professor, Epidemiology, Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College, Pune