Simple Measures May Prevent Transmission Of Stomach Ulcer Bacteria

The stomach ulcer bacterium Helicobacter pylori is not transmitted through drinking water as previously thought, but rather through vomit and possibly faeces. This is shown in a thesis at the Sahlgrenska Academy, University of Gothenburg, Sweden. It is therefore possible to prevent the spread of the bacterium in developing countries through some fairly simple measures. ‘Taking some cheap but powerful measures may prevent the spread of the bacterium.

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Filed under: GastroIntestinal / Gastroentorology on June 27th, 2009