Cholera Outbreak in Ghana: 43 Cases Confirmed, 2 Lives Lost
A cholera outbreak has been confirmed in Ghana, with a total of 43 cases and 2 fatalities reported so far
- The number of confirmed cholera cases has been increasing in the Ada East and West districts
- Some of the cases were brought into Ghana from neighboring countries
- The Ghana Health Service is implementing measures like early case identification
Ghana is grappling with a cholera outbreak, reporting 43 confirmed cases and two fatalities to date.
Among those affected, 12 individuals are currently receiving medical care, while nearly 200 suspected cases have emerged in the Ada East and West districts of the Greater Accra Region.
Health officials revealed that some confirmed cases originated from neighboring countries also facing cholera challenges. The outbreak was officially declared by the Ghana Health Service on October 11, prompting local authorities to launch targeted interventions.
Dr. Franklyn Asiedu Bekoe, Director of Public Health at the Ghana Health Service, emphasized the country’s strategic response, which includes early case identification, contact tracing, and enhanced sanitation efforts.
He noted that several cases were brought in by Ghanaian traders crossing regional borders.
To combat the outbreak, collaboration with various stakeholders is underway to address sanitation issues in coastal communities.
“Significant progress is being made,” Dr. Bekoe assured. “Oral rehydration centers have been established for immediate care. Although case numbers are on the rise and the risk of further spread is concerning, most cases are mild. Of the 43 confirmed cases, 37 are in Ada East and six in Ada West. We continue to monitor approximately 200 suspected cases, with 12 individuals hospitalized and two deaths recorded.”
