Measure the level of awareness related to typhoid and its transmission among local population of Pakistan
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https://doi.org/10.48047/tbepgk20Keywords:
Typhoid fever, awareness, transmission, prevention, vaccination, public health, Pakistan.Abstract
Background: Typhoid fever remains a major public health concern in Pakistan due to poor sanitation, lack of clean drinking water, and inadequate awareness regarding its transmission and prevention. Understanding public knowledge, attitudes, and practices related to typhoid fever is crucial for developing effective public health interventions. Objective: This study aims to assess the level of awareness, knowledge, and preventive practices regarding typhoid fever among the local population of Pakistan.
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