Some Diseases from Africa
So you have just returned from an Africa safari and managed to avoid the fierce animals such as the Lion and the Crocodile. But were you actually thinking about disease prevention? Because you should be. Africa is a fabulous continent, but like any other country in the world it has its illnesses and outbreaks. So let us have a look at some of the more far-flung diseases in Africa.
Malaria
Malaria is probably the biggest killer in Africa and it is transmitted by mosquitoes, it is said that Malaria probably kills around three thousand children every single day. Not only that it probably affects thousands more people. So make certain that if you are travelling to Africa, you get hold of the correct Malaria tablets.
AIDs
Africa is probably the country with the widest outbreak of AIDs. There is no known remedy or vaccination for AIDs, so you should make certain that if you are having any kind of sexual contact with anyone, that you should bring your own protection. Besides something like this, depending on where you are actually going, especially if it a poor area there is in high probability a shortage of needles, so they reuse them. Remember to bring along your own needles as you never know what may or may not happen to you.
Polio
Once again another widespread disease which cannot really be treated in Africa is Polio. This is usually transmitted by close contact with people and contaminated food or water. If you do contract this disease then there is a high chance that you will never completely recover. The best choice is to probably to have a polio vaccination before you go anywhere.
Cholera
Finally we look at cholera, usually transmitted through contaminated food or water. Symptoms are watery stools and vomiting. If left untreated the disease will quickly dehydrate you and you could end up suffering from things such as muscle cramps or even a coma.
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