Cholera Kills Seven, 71 Hospitalised In Adamawa

At least seven persons have died from a cholera outbreak in the Yola North Local Government Area of Adamawa State of Adamawa state.

This is contained in a statement by the National Emergency Management Agency, NEMA, shared on its X.com page on Tuesday.

The statement also said a total of 71 others have been hospitalised.

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This is coming as the Nigeria Centre for Disease Control and Prevention disclosed that the country had recorded 1,528 suspected cases of cholera and 53 deaths in 31 states across 107 Local Government Areas.

According to NEMA, the outbreak was caused by a recent flood that contaminated the communities’ drinking water sources.

The statement added that around 100 people were also under monitoring and observation.

It read, “The National Emergency Management Agency has responded to a suspected cholera outbreak in Yola North LGA of Adamawa State, affecting the communities of Alkalawa, Doubeli, Rumde, and Gwadabawa.

“As of September 16, 2024, 71 patients have been hospitalised, with over 100 under observation, and seven confirmed deaths.

“The outbreak is attributed to a recent flood disaster that contaminated the primary drinking water source. Due to the overflow at the isolation centre, some patients are being transferred to the Federal Medical Centre.”

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NEMA further disclosed that it had collaborated with the state government to implement emergency measures aimed at mitigating the impact of the disease.

“NEMA, along with the Adamawa State government, has initiated emergency measures, including chlorinating toilets and providing water treatment to reduce the spread of infection.

“They have also conducted community education to raise awareness about the disease. NEMA is closely monitoring the situation and coordinating with stakeholders for timely intervention,” the statement concluded.

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