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Cholera outbreak kills 5 in Sekondi-Takoradi; Health officials act to contain spread

By Stephen Cudjoe
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Cholera outbreak in Ghana

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Five people have been confirmed dead due to a cholera outbreak in the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolis, sparking urgent efforts to curb its spread.

The Metro Health Directorate has reported 161 suspected cases, of which 28 have been confirmed.

Speaking at a press conference, Metro Health Director Dr. Pious Mensah disclosed that the fatalities include individuals aged between 9 and 40 years, emphasizing the severity of the outbreak.

“We have recorded five deaths due to cholera, with 161 suspected cases in November alone. Out of these, 65% are males, and 35% are females. This highlights the urgency of addressing the situation,” Dr. Mensah stated.

Dr. Mensah identified New Takoradi as the hardest-hit community, followed by Takoradi and Effia.

He urged private health facilities to offer free treatment for cholera patients, adding that reimbursement claims could be submitted to regional medical stores and district hospitals.

“This collaboration will encourage residents to report suspected cases early, ensuring timely medical intervention,” he explained.

The Assembly Coordinating Director of the Sekondi-Takoradi Metropolitan Assembly, Innocent Haligah, announced plans to launch a massive cleanup exercise aimed at tackling unsanitary conditions in the metropolis.

“It’s time to intensify sensitization about cholera. We need to educate the public on its rapid spread and encourage proper hygiene practices,” he said.

Mr. Haligah encouraged households to follow personal cleanliness practices similar to those used during the COVID-19 outbreak.

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Stephen Cudjoe is a writer with 3news.com. Follow him on X, @s-cudjoe and LinkedIn: Stephen Cudjoe

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