Bara man dies in Birgunj as cholera toll climbs to four
Summary
A man from Bara died in Birgunj amid a cholera outbreak that has claimed four lives and hospitalized over 800 people. Health officials report the outbreak is the largest since 2009 and emphasize improving water and sanitation to control the disease.
Key Points
- A 37-year-old man from Bara died in Birgunj due to cholera, raising the death toll to four.
- Over 821 people have been hospitalized with diarrheal infections since the outbreak began about 10 days ago.
- Health workers report exhaustion while battling the epidemic, and academic institutions remain closed.
- Experts stress poor sanitation and water conditions sustain vulnerability to cholera and other waterborne diseases, recommending improved infrastructure and health education.
