Paratyphoid fever is a life-threatening illness caused by salmonella paratyphi that is commonly found where water and food may be unsafe and sanitation is poor. Most people get this illness while traveling abroad especially to South Asia (Pakistan, India, and Bangladesh). The disease is spread through sewage contamination. People get the disease by eating or drinking food/drinks contaminated with feces (poop).
Reporting
For information on how to report a disease click here. For any questions, please contact the appropriate health authority by phone or review the website for additional information.
Carson City, Douglas and Lyon Counties
Carson City Health & Human Services (CCHHS)
(775) 887-2190
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Clark County
Southern Nevada Health District (SNHD)
(702) 759-1300
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Washoe County
Washoe County Health District (WCHD)
(775) 328-2447
Website
All Other Counties
Nevada Division of Public and Behavioral Health (DPBH)
(775) 400-0333
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