Typhoid fever is contracted by the ingestion of the bacteria in contaminated food or water, through poor personal hygiene, or close contact with someone who is infected. Patients with acute illness can contaminate the surrounding water supply through stool, which contains a high concentration of the bacteria.
Turn off the main water valve that provides water to the bathtub and open the faucet handle to relieve the pressure. Remove the handle cover cap by prying it off with the blade of a pocket knife. Unscrew and remove the central handle screw, using a Phillips screwdriver. Pull off the handle.
Stop the Leak Until You Can Repair or Replace the Pipe. 1  1. Shut off the water valve to the pipe. 2  2. Turn on the faucets to drain the water that is left in the pipes. 3  3. Wipe the pipe dry with a towel or cloth.  4. Use a putty knife to put some epoxy on the leaking 1  area. 5. Cover the leak with rubber.