Typhoid outbreak in India - what causes the disease, and what makes it dangerous

Typhoid outbreak in India – what causes the disease, and what makes it dangerous

Typhoid fever remains a major health challenge in India, as every year, we see multiple outbreaks, which occur most frequently during monsoon and post-monsoon seasons, and even otherwise. Recently a typhoid outbreak in Gandhinagar, Gujarat saw 100 hospitalisations, which proved how quickly this disease spreads through areas with insufficient water, and sanitation infrastructure. The bacterial…

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When ‘natural’ turns risky: Salmonella and other harmful microbes detected in moringa leaf powder products

When ‘natural’ turns risky: Salmonella and other harmful microbes detected in moringa leaf powder products

Emerging studies have sparked alarm regarding the safety of moringa leaf powder, highlighting dangerous levels of contamination with Salmonella, E. coli, and parasites. An alarming outbreak in 2025 sickened 11 individuals due to Salmonella-laden supplements. These harmful bacteria can lead to severe gastrointestinal disturbances, especially when the powder is consumed in its raw form. Moringa…

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