Good Morning:
The Dr. from the USA has made the official diagnosis for Leah as Malaria and Typhoid Fever. Both treatable and very good to have action plans and meds available to treat with success. No gallon club donor card in Leah’s future, nor will she have any immediate food handler’s permits for a short time. J She is” on meds, staying hydrated, doing ok and feeling much better” They and we are looking toward strong recovery.
Typhoid is caused by Salmonellae typhi bacteria and contracted by the ingestion of contaminated food or water. It responds to antibiotic therapy, there is usually improvement within one to two days and recovery within seven to 10 days. A one-celled parasite, plasmodium, causes Malaria. Many strains and types exist worldwide and quick treatment yields good results. Her Grandpa Lyons caught Malaria while serving in the Navy on a submarine during the Korean war, so it is not new to our family and treatment for it has come a long way. Feel free to smack the mosquitoes here in honor of Leah there….
Yes, she took precautions, boils and/ or filters the water used. Yes she had the required- to- enter- Africa, Typhoid vaccination. Bacteria and parasites come with the territory. Mosquito nets and water filters help a lot. We are still expecting the packages with the new filters to get to them soon.
We are very encouraged and hope that you are too! Makes for a great dark before the dawn Easter story reminder.
Our thanks and Leah’s for your outpouring of care, concern and prayers
The Roberts Family
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