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Cameroon: Two cases of cholera confirmed in the Far North
The Far North is once again on alert. Health authorities have confirmed two new cases of cholera, raising fears of a new epidemic in this region already weakened by humanitarian crises and armed conflicts.
By OLBIF, Lebledparle.com
November 15, 2024, 6:50 a.m.
The Far North region , already weakened by humanitarian crises and armed conflicts, is facing a new health threat. Health authorities have just confirmed two new cases of cholera , rekindling concerns of a large-scale epidemic.
According to information from Lebledparle.com , the alert was triggered after a family of four with severe diarrhea symptoms was hospitalized on November 8 in the Far North region. Laboratory tests confirmed two cases of cholera, highlighting the need for a rapid response to this new epidemic.
On the same day, the hospital admitted three more people with symptoms of diarrhea, intensifying the emergency of the health situation. Authorities declared the districts of Maroua 2 and Maroua 3 in a state of epidemic.
The precarious living conditions of many populations, limited access to drinking water and adequate sanitation facilities are contributing to the spread of this disease. Health authorities, in collaboration with humanitarian organizations, are urging immediate preventive measures and increased vigilance to contain the spread of the disease. People should practice strict hygiene protocols, including frequent hand washing and drinking safe water. The outbreak is causing concern, but no deaths have been reported to date.
Cameroon: Two cases of cholera confirmed in the Far North
The Far North is once again on alert. Health authorities have confirmed two new cases of cholera, raising fears of a new epidemic in this region already weakened by humanitarian crises and armed conflicts.
By OLBIF, Lebledparle.com
November 15, 2024, 6:50 a.m.
The Far North region , already weakened by humanitarian crises and armed conflicts, is facing a new health threat. Health authorities have just confirmed two new cases of cholera , rekindling concerns of a large-scale epidemic.
According to information from Lebledparle.com , the alert was triggered after a family of four with severe diarrhea symptoms was hospitalized on November 8 in the Far North region. Laboratory tests confirmed two cases of cholera, highlighting the need for a rapid response to this new epidemic.
On the same day, the hospital admitted three more people with symptoms of diarrhea, intensifying the emergency of the health situation. Authorities declared the districts of Maroua 2 and Maroua 3 in a state of epidemic.
The precarious living conditions of many populations, limited access to drinking water and adequate sanitation facilities are contributing to the spread of this disease. Health authorities, in collaboration with humanitarian organizations, are urging immediate preventive measures and increased vigilance to contain the spread of the disease. People should practice strict hygiene protocols, including frequent hand washing and drinking safe water. The outbreak is causing concern, but no deaths have been reported to date.
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