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fromwww.npr.org
2 days ago

An ancient disease makes yet another comeback

Over the past three years, cases have more than doubled, with over 230,000 cases and nearly 5,000 deaths so far this year on the continent. Those cases are spread across 23 countries, up from 15 affected countries in 2022, according to Africa CDC. It's a disease that is easily treatable yet deadly. It can kill someone in a matter of hours if good medical care is not provided promptly.
Public health
#sudan
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Corpses rotting in the Nile' as cholera tears through Sudan

The civil war in Sudan has led to a rapid spread of cholera among returnees.
Omdurman has become a focal point for overcrowding and disease after army recapture of Khartoum.
Poor living conditions and rampant infection contribute to the cholera epidemic.
Public health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

Corpses rotting in the Nile' as cholera tears through Sudan

The civil war in Sudan has led to a rapid spread of cholera among returnees.
Omdurman has become a focal point for overcrowding and disease after army recapture of Khartoum.
Poor living conditions and rampant infection contribute to the cholera epidemic.
#south-sudan
Health
fromwww.aljazeera.com
3 months ago

South Sudan refugees in Ethiopia face health catastrophe', charity warns

South Sudanese refugees in Ethiopia are facing a health crisis due to cholera and malnutrition amidst escalating conflict.
fromFlowingData
2 months ago

John Snow probably didn't use that Broad Street map to reach his conclusions about cholera

The famous map centered on Broad Street did not lead to an 'a-ha!' moment, nor was it the way in which Snow came about the truth behind cholera's transmission.
Public health
Coronavirus
fromArs Technica
4 months ago

Holy water brimming with cholera compels illness cluster in Europe

Cholera strains in travelers highlight risks of antibiotic resistance and emphasizes the need for awareness and improved sanitation measures in low-income countries.
Coronavirus
fromFuturism
4 months ago

Bottles of "Holy Water" Contaminated With Cholera Send European Tourists to the ICU

Holy water from Ethiopian well may contain harmful cholera bacteria, posing risks to tourists.
Three tourists contracted cholera after drinking contaminated holy water, leading to severe health issues.
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