Health officials in Tonga have called for public caution after confirming 3 cases of typhoid.
Radio Tonga reports a senior medical scientist at Vaiola Hospital, Stanley Hoko, has confirmed the presence of typhoid.
He says the bacteria that causes typhoid can spread quickly if efforts are not made to control it.
Mr Hoko has urged the public to follow good hygiene rules, including ensuring food and drinking water are safe and clean for consumption.