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Rising Typhoid Cases in Nairobi: What You Need to Know

Health officials in Nairobi have raised an alert after an increase in typhoid fever cases in some estates. Contaminated water and poor sanitation have been linked to the outbreak.

What is Typhoid?
Typhoid is a serious bacterial infection caused by Salmonella typhi. It spreads through food or water contaminated by human waste.
Common Symptoms:
~Prolonged fever
~Weakness
~Stomach pain
~Headache
~Loss of appetite

What You Can Do to Stay Safe:
✅ Drink boiled or treated water
✅ Wash hands with soap and clean water, especially before eating
✅ Eat food that is properly cooked
✅ Avoid roadside food, e.g mtura if hygiene is questionable
✅ Seek medical help immediately if you experience symptoms

Prevention is better than a cure.
Let’s protect our families and communities by staying informed and practising safe hygiene.

Daylight does more than lift your mood it boosts your immunity too!
Scientists found that sunlight activates your body’s frontline defenders neutrophils making them better at fighting infections during the day.

This natural rhythm could lead to new ways of treating inflammation and boosting immunity.
So go on, catch some rays it’s good for your health! 🧬💪