One person has been reported dead and 60 others hospitalized following a cholera outbreak in Kanam Local Government Area of Plateau State.
LG President Ayuba Musa confirmed the incident in a statement from his spokesperson, Mazadu Ali.
Ali said the outbreak started in Ngyang, Kwalmiya, Banak and Bakin kogi and spread to Dengi, the LGA headquarters.
“In response to alarming reports of the disease outbreak, the Kanam Local Government Council has taken decisive measures to mitigate cholera,” the statement said.
“The council has rapidly distributed medical supplies and equipment to key healthcare facilities including Dengi General Hospital and Primary Health Care Centre.
“In addition, the local government has kindly compensated the medical bills of all patients receiving treatment, regardless of whether they are admitted to public or private hospitals, ensuring that worried families are not burdened by unexpected healthcare expenses during this difficult time. .
“The local government is also carrying out an extensive public health campaign on the streets of Dengi. The goal is to educate residents about preventive measures that can reduce the risk of cholera transmission. “This initiative includes conducting interactive sessions to raise awareness about proper sanitation practices and the importance of safe drinking water,” the statement said.
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