Adamawa battles cholera as death toll rises to 10

The Adamawa State Government has confirmed a cholera outbreak in Mubi Local Government Area, resulting in the death of 10 residents.

Commissioner for Health, Dr. Felix Tangwami, disclosed the development while speaking with the News Agency of Nigeria (NAN) in Yola on Wednesday. He revealed that all the victims died at home, stressing that none of them sought medical attention at a health facility before their passing.

He said the state government, in collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO), had taken immediate steps to contain the spread of the disease.

“From the beginning, we have been on top of the situation. Our presence has been there, and this cannot be denied,” Tangwami stated.

The Commissioner disclosed that while many patients had been treated and discharged, 25 patients were still receiving care as of Tuesday, November 4. He added that those discharged had been educated on hygiene practices to prevent further infections.

According to him, the State Epidemiologist, the Director of Disease Control at the Primary Health Care Development Agency, and several volunteers had been deployed to Mubi to provide medical services and raise awareness about cholera prevention.

He further explained that the response teams had traced victims in affected communities to ensure they received proper medical attention.

Tangwami called on traditional leaders and community heads to support government efforts by encouraging residents to seek prompt medical treatment at health facilities at the first sign of symptoms.

NAN