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2 days ago · Days after the deadly flooding in Kenya and other parts of East Africa this month, cholera cases appeared. The World Health Organization calls cholera a disease of poverty, as it thrives where there is poor sanitation and a lack of clean water. Africa has had eight times as many deaths this year as the Middle East, the second-most affected region.
5 days ago · Cholera is a bacterial infection that is spread through contaminated water and food. Preventing and controlling cholera involves several key principles: Clean water and sanitation: Access to clean drinking water and proper sanitation facilities is essential for preventing the spread of cholera. This includes promoting safe water storage and ...
4 days ago · Cholera is an infectious disease typically causing severe diarrhea, vomiting and muscle cramps, which spreads easily under insufficient sanitation conditions. In late April, Mayotte reported its ...
6 days ago · The World Health Organization calls cholera a disease of poverty, as it thrives where there is poor sanitation and a lack of clean water. Africa has had eight times as many deaths this year as the ...
3 days ago · May 28, 2024. Mardia Umar. The rainy season is here again, bringing with it the cool, refreshing showers we've all been anticipating. However, along with the rain comes different health challenges. Are you aware of these diseases, do you know how dangerous they can be? Join us on today's episode of the Nigeria Daily to find out.
3 days ago · Days after the deadly flooding in Kenya and other parts of East Africa this month, cholera cases appeared. The World Health Organization calls cholera a disease of poverty, as it thrives where there is poor sanitation and a lack of clean water. Africa has had eight times as many deaths this year as the Middle East, the second-most affected region.
3 days ago · If your diagnosis is ascariasis, you can treat the adult patient as described in Study Session 34. But if you suspect other types of faeco-oral diseases (e.g. cholera, typhoid fever), refer the patient to the nearest higher level health facility, sending a referral note stating that further diagnosis is needed before specific treatment can begin.
