Lake Malawi: look, don't swim

Article Abstract:

The waters of Lake Malawi harbors high levels of the bilharzia-causing organism, making it unsuitable for water sports. Bilharzia, also known as schistosomiasis, is a parasitic disease with symptoms of rashes followed by fever after 30 to 40 days. The disease can be treated with praziquantel.

Environmental aspects, Pollution, Disease transmission, Africa, Parasitic diseases, Waterborne infections, Schistosomiasis, Lake Nyasa

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Danger in dirty food

Article Abstract:

Hepatitis A is one of the most common types of communicable disease travelers are exposed to upon traveling in areas such as Southeast Asia and India. It is a viral liver infection that can be transmitted through contaminated food and water.

Health aspects, Travel, Food contamination, Hepatitis

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Surviving the slippery slopes: new trends in skiing injuries

Article Abstract:

The patterns of ski injuries change from one year to the next due to different weather conditions and developments in fashion, ski boots and boot-binding methods. Tips to minimize injuries in skiing accidents are presented.

Safety and security measures, Wounds and injuries, Injuries, Skiing, Skis and skiing, Skis

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