42 test positive in massive cholera outbreak in Birgunj
Summary
At least 42 people in Birgunj Metropolitan City have tested positive for cholera amid a growing outbreak, with over 130 diarrheal cases reported and two deaths due to diarrheal infections.
Key Points
- At least 42 people in Birgunj tested positive for cholera amid an outbreak.
- Two people died of diarrheal infection and over 130 patients have been admitted with diarrheal symptoms.
- Water samples from affected areas tested positive for E coli, indicating contaminated water as a potential source.
- Health officials and WHO are coordinating efforts with local authorities to control the outbreak through medicine supply and awareness campaigns.
