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TRAVEL SCAM
Bangkok, Thailand
Melioidosis Health Risk
A bacterial disease from soil and water posing health risks to travelers.
Critical Risk
COMMON LOCATIONS
Rural areas, farms, flooded المناطق
HOW IT HAPPENS
HOW THE SCAM WORKS
Bacteria in soil/water enters through wounds or inhalation
• causes infection
• severe cases lead to death
WATCH FOR THIS
WARNING SIGNS
• exposure to muddy water
• open wounds
• • fever symptoms
STAY SMART
HOW TO AVOID IT
• avoid تماس with dirty water
• wear protective footwear
• clean wounds quickly
• seek medical care early
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