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International News: South Sudan Declares Cholera Outbreak in Border Town with Sudan

  

October 30, 2024     Share on   facebook   Twitter

South Sudan's Health Minister, Yolanda Awel Deng, has declared a cholera outbreak in a town bordering Sudan, raising alarms about the potential spread of the disease in the region. The announcement comes amid growing health concerns due to limited healthcare facilities and displaced populations along the border. Cholera, a highly contagious waterborne disease, poses a significant threat, especially in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean water.