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Timo, one of the owners of the 38-ft sailboat NV, contracted leptospirosis after trekking and swimming in freshwater waterfalls near Langkawi, Malaysia.3:14 Symptoms included severe joint pain, fever, and an inability to stand, leading to multiple hospital visits and a diagnosis confirmed after initial tests for dengue returned negative.0:23 While Timo recovered in the hospital, Jo remained aboard NV to manage the boat and pets during the rainy season, monitoring the anchor position in a crowded anchorage.4:22 Following his recovery, Timo assisted with rigging work on the trimaran Le Vagabond before the crew reunited with their children.7:47 The family spent time exploring local beaches and caves in the Langkawi area, celebrating birthdays and hosting beach barbecues.10:29 The experience highlighted the risks of tropical waterborne illnesses and the necessity of maintaining anchor watches during seasonal storms.

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