08/04/2025
𝐔𝐏𝐃𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐎𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐇𝐎𝐋𝐄𝐑𝐀 𝐎𝐔𝐓𝐁𝐑𝐄𝐀𝐊 𝐈𝐍 𝐓𝐇𝐄 𝐂𝐎𝐔𝐍𝐓𝐑𝐘
The National Public Health Institute would like to inform the Public that there is an ongoing cholera outbreak in the country.
What is Cholera?
Cholera is a serious diarrheal disease caused by eating food or drinking water that has been contaminated with a bacteria called Vibrio cholerae.
Cholera usually begins suddenly, with symptoms like watery diarrhea and stomach pains. Some people may also experience vomiting.If cholera is not treated quickly, it can lead to severe dehydration and even death.
𝐀𝐝𝐯𝐢𝐬𝐨𝐫𝐲 𝐭𝐨 𝐭𝐡𝐞 𝐏𝐮𝐛𝐥𝐢𝐜
• Do not drink water directly from rivers, lakes or other open sources.
• Drink and use safe water. Water may be made safe by boiling, or using domestic water treatment chemicals.
• Store water in clean containers.
• Prepare and cook food thoroughly and with treated water (eat while hot).
• Frequently clean and disinfect surfaces, especially those that come into contact with food or hands, using disinfectants. Public places, especially in cholera-affected areas, should maintain regular cleaning and disinfection schedules.
• Wash your hands with safe running water and soap at critical times, including;
• After using the toilet or handling faeces.
• Before, during, and after preparing food.
• Before and after eating food.
• If caring for a patient, always wash your hands before and after providing care, and after handling any soiled items (such as clothes, and linens).
• After changing diapers or cleaning up a child who has used the toilet.
• Solid waste, including f***s, should be disposed of properly to prevent contamination of water sources and food. Pit latrines should be securely covered to prevent contamination.
• Use toilets/latrines. Avoid open defecation. Toilets/ Latrines should be kept clean, properly maintained, and accessible to all.
• If you or a household member develops sudden watery diarrhoea, seek health care immediately.
𝐈𝐧𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐬 𝐦𝐚𝐝𝐞:
• Multisectoral Rapid Response Teams have been activated.
• Surveillance has been strengthened across all sub-counties and border areas to quickly identify and respond to cases.
• Six isolation facilities are operational, equipped with treatment guidelines, trained healthcare workers, and necessary medical supplies.
• Public sensitization is ongoing via local radio stations and public forums, with educational materials distributed across affected areas.
• Water treatment chemicals, soap, handwashing stations, and hygiene items have been distributed.
Together, we can stop the spread of cholera and protect our communities.
For more information: Contact: 719 or 0729 47 14 14
