While many diseases have been brought under control thanks to modern medicine, ancient threats like typhoid still pose serious risks to human health. Although typhoid is rarely seen in developed countries, it continues to be a widespread public health problem in many parts of the world, especially in South Asia. What’s more, drug-resistant bacteria that have emerged in recent years are making it increasingly difficult to treat this disease.
Dr. “The rapid spread of resistant strains of S Typhi highlights the urgent need to expand preventive measures, particularly in high-risk countries,” said Jason Andrews.
