Summary:
- Dr. Omoya Denish Ochula, the Lamwo District Health Officer, revealed that one person has succumbed to the disease, while two others have been discharged after showing improvement.
LAMWO: A cholera outbreak has been confirmed in Lamwo District, with health officials reporting that 27 patients were receiving treatment at Agoro Health Centre III as of Friday morning.
Dr. Omoya Denish Ochula, the Lamwo District Health Officer, revealed that one person has succumbed to the disease, while two others have been discharged after showing improvement.
This brings the total number of registered cases in the district to 30.
Dr. Ochula urged residents to remain calm, emphasizing that cholera is preventable and treatable.
He advised the public to maintain proper hygiene and sanitation, avoid eating cold food, drink boiled water, and make proper use of latrines to prevent and manage the disease.
Cholera is a bacterial infection spread through contaminated water and food. It can cause severe diarrhea, dehydration, and, in severe cases, death if left untreated.
According to the World Health Organization (WHO), most cholera cases are mild or asymptomatic.
However, about 1 in 10 infected individuals may develop severe symptoms such as watery diarrhea, vomiting, and leg cramps.
Rapid loss of fluids in these cases can lead to dehydration and shock.
Health officials continue to monitor the situation closely and encourage communities to adhere to preventive measures.
