A cholera outbreak sweeping through ten local government areas (LGAs) in Kebbi State has led to the deaths of 24 people, with a total of 875 cases confirmed so far. The alarming situation was disclosed by Abubakar Bagudu Muhammad, Director of Public Health in the Kebbi State Ministry of Health, who also outlined efforts by the state government to contain the spread of the disease.
The outbreak, according to Muhammad, is primarily due to inadequate sanitation, flooding, scarcity of safe drinking water, and the prevalence of open defecation across affected areas. Among the fatalities, Suru LGA has been hit hardest, accounting for 13 of the 24 recorded deaths.
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The Kebbi State government has taken urgent steps to curb the rising infection rate by deploying medical resources and personnel. Health workers are receiving additional training to manage future outbreaks, while vital supplies and medications are being distributed to affected areas. The government’s response has been bolstered by support from international donor agencies, including the World Health Organization (WHO), SAN Frontier, and UNICEF.
Beyond medical intervention, efforts are underway to raise public awareness on preventive measures. In collaboration with traditional and religious leaders, the state health authorities are working to educate communities on the importance of maintaining hygiene to prevent further cases.
The Kebbi State Ministry of Health remains vigilant and urges residents to follow health guidelines, maintain cleanliness, and ensure proper sanitation practices to reduce the spread of cholera.
Source: Tribune Online
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