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Typhoid fever: Access to testing remains a huge challenge

The National Institute for Communicable Diseases (NICD) confirmed that access to testing for typhoid fever remains a huge challenge in many parts of South Africa. So far, two outbreaks have been reported as concerns about the quality of drinking water…

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February 25, 2022

NMB water unsafe for consumption

The Nelson Mandela Bay Municipality has admitted that its potable water should not be consumed as it is a health hazard. This comes after months of insisting the water is safe to drink and cook with. “Through rigorous routine testing…

Outbreak team dispatched to typhoid patients’ homes

The Gauteng Department of Health has dispatched environmental health officers to the homes of recent typhoid patients to screen family and neighbours for possible new cases of the bacterial infection.

Typhoid fever: Access to testing remains a huge challenge

NMB water unsafe for consumption

Outbreak team dispatched to typhoid patients’ homes

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