A 22-year-old patient who was treated for Typhoid fever at the Dr George Mukhari Academic Hospital in Tshwane has died from kidney related sickness on Sunday, 07 February 2016.
The Gauteng Department of Health wishes to highlight, however, that the patient’s Typhoid fever had been well managed and as such the fever was not the cause of her death.
Typhoid fever does not kill when it is detected early and well managed clinically. To prevent any spread of the fever the Department continues to plead for sustained practice of good hygiene which includes:
- Washing hands thoroughly with soap and water after using the toilet, before handling food, eating and after handling a baby;
- Ensuring that all food is stored in a clean and cool place;
- Washing all fruits and vegetables before eating / cooking;
- Keeping the environment clean; and
- If unsure of water safety, boil or treat water with bleach before use.
Anyone who suspects symptoms of Typhoid fever should immediately seek medical advice at their nearest clinic.
For more information please contact:
Steve Mabona
Cell: 072 574 3860
E-mail: mediaenquiries@gauteng.gov.za
