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Home»WORLD NEWS»Children Among Worst Hit as Cholera Outbreak in South Sudan ‘Rapidly Escalating’
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Children Among Worst Hit as Cholera Outbreak in South Sudan ‘Rapidly Escalating’

JOSEY AGENCYBy JOSEY AGENCYDecember 7, 2024No Comments2 Mins Read
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By : Lloyd Mahachi

A cholera outbreak in South Sudan is spreading rapidly, with a humanitarian group warning that the situation is critical. The outbreak has been escalating rapidly, with fears growing that it will spread to neighboring areas.

The situation is particularly dire in Malakal, where the outbreak was first detected. Malakal is the capital of Upper Nile state, and has received a large influx of refugees and returnees from Sudan.

These refugees and returnees are living in overcrowded and unsanitary conditions. This has created a perfect storm for the spread of cholera, which is typically transmitted through contaminated food and water.

Cholera is a highly infectious disease that can kill within hours if left untreated. However, it is easily treatable with antibiotics and hydration. Despite this, the outbreak in South Sudan has already claimed several lives, and many more are at risk.

The humanitarian group Doctors Without Borders, also known as MSF, has been working tirelessly to respond to the outbreak. They have set up cholera treatment centers and oral rehydration points, and are providing critical medical care to those affected.

MSF has reported that 737 cholera cases have been recorded in Malakal. The group is warning that the situation remains critical, and that they are concerned that the outbreak is spreading to neighboring areas.

The South Sudanese government has also declared the outbreak, and has begun working with humanitarian groups to respond to the crisis. However, more support is needed to scale up the response and prevent the outbreak from spreading further.

The cholera outbreak in South Sudan is a stark reminder of the humanitarian crisis unfolding in the country. With thousands of people displaced and living in unsanitary conditions, the risk of outbreaks like this is high.

It is essential that the international community provides support to respond to this crisis and prevent further suffering. This includes providing funding, resources, and expertise to help contain the outbreak and provide critical medical care to those affected.

The people of South Sudan are in urgent need of assistance. The international community must act quickly to provide the support needed to respond to this crisis and prevent further suffering.

Editor : Josephine Mahachi

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