Sudan Faces Severe Cholera Outbreak
Sudan Faces Severe Cholera Outbreak
Sudan Faces Severe Cholera Outbreak
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Sudan is facing a severe cholera outbreak, with health authorities reporting at least 22 deaths and 354 confirmed cases as of August 19, 2024. The outbreak is exacerbated by ongoing conflict, which has displaced millions and severely damaged the healthcare system, making treatment difficult. Health Minister Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim has declared cholera an epidemic, emphasizing the contamination of drinking water due to adverse weather conditions. The World Health Organization (WHO) is actively involved in supporting local health efforts, including vaccination campaigns to combat the outbreak. Meanwhile, the humanitarian crisis in Sudan continues to deepen, with over 25 million people in need of assistance due to the conflict and natural disasters. Urgent action is required from both local authorities and the international community to address the health crisis in the country.

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Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says
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Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says
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Cholera outbreak in Sudan has killed at least 22 people, health minister says
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