Typhoid fever is s serious disease and is said to cause high fever, weakness, and stomach pain. If you do not get treatment for disease, then this could result in death. Some people who get typhoid become "carrier" and can give the disease to others.
Typhoid disease is not unusually found in the USA. Americans who have the disease typically contract it while travelling out of the country. If you plan to go out of the country, then you need to get a typhoid vaccine. You should also consider vaccine if you come in close contact with or came in contact with someone who has typhoid.
The vaccinations come in two different forms. One vaccine is taken orally through the mouth. The other vaccine does come in the form of a shot.
Keep in mind that reactions to the vaccination can occur. These include swelling at the site of the shot, fever can stomach discomfort. You may take over the counter medications to relieve this symptoms. If you start to show signs of an allergic reaction, such as breathing or swelling of the throat, call 911.