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.
How to Fix a Leaking Water Heater. A leaking water heater is more than just a minor irritation that can be ignored for some time. Since a water heater is frequently placed in the basement or a closet that is not commonly used, even a small leak can cause extensive damage to the floor, sub-floor, and walls of the home before it is spotted.