GHS Confirms Cholera Outbreak In Greater Accra

The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has officially confirmed cases of cholera in the Ada West and Ada East Districts of the Greater Accra Region, sparking significant public health concerns. The first confirmed case was reported on October 4, 2024, when a patient visited a health facility with symptoms of vomiting, diarrhea, and abdominal pain.

According to a statement from the GHS, as of October 11, a total of nine cholera cases have been identified in both districts (Ada West and Ada East). In response to the outbreak, the GHS has activated Public Health Emergency Management Committees (PHEMCs) at the national, regional, and district levels.

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