Strange Disease Hits Kano, Six Dead, 46 Hospitalised

A strange disease has reportedly hit Kano state, killing six people, while 46 people have been hospitalised.

 

The Kano state government, on Monday, confirmed that six persons have died of a strange disease in Minjibir LGA of the state.

Aminu Tsanyawa, Kano commissioner for health, confirmed the development, adding that 46 affected persons have been hospitalised.

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Tsanyawa said the outbreak began in Gandun Koya village on May 7, and spread to nearby communities.

“The cause of the outbreak can be attributed to open defecation and poor sanitation in the communities,” he said.

The patients presented symptoms of diarrhea and vomiting. Six persons died of the disease, 28 were discharged, and 18 others are still on admission.”

The commissioner added that the ministry of health has begun investigation to unravel the cause of the disease.

He, however, urged the residents to maintain a clean environment and ensure personal hygiene to control the spread of the disease.

 

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