It was reported that 4,809 cholera cases have been detected in Nigeria since January of this year. The number of people who lost their lives due to the outbreak has increased to 156. As part of the cholera control activities throughout the country, medical supplies for case management, infection prevention and control purposes were sent to all health centers.
Background of the Pandemic
Nigeria, which declared a “national emergency” on June 26 due to a cholera outbreak, encountered more than 3,000 cholera cases last year and more than 100 people lost their lives as a result of this outbreak. cholera, Vibrio It is known as a disease caused by bacteria and transmitted through food and water. The disease manifests itself with symptoms such as severe diarrhea and dehydration. If left untreated, cholera can have fatal consequences.
In Nigeria, lack of access to clean water, inadequate medical interventions, and weaknesses in the health system increase the risk of the spread of cholera and other infectious diseases. The country also has a high incidence of other epidemics, including malaria, polio, typhoid, and M pox.
Despite these challenges, the Nigerian government and health agencies continue to take the necessary steps to combat cholera and protect public health.
