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The cholera situation in Democratic Republic of Congo is worsening. Since the beginning of 2012, more than 19 000 cases have been recorded with almost 400 cholera related deaths.
The number of cholera cases in 2012 is around 90% of the number reported in 2011. Since January 2011, when the outbreak began, more than 40,795 cases have been reported and 983 people have died; 8 out of 11 provinces of the country have been affected.
(Via IRIN - accessed 13/06/12)
Advice to Travellers
Travellers to outbreak areas who will be mixing closely with the local population and cannot ensure safe drinking water can be immunised against cholera. A high standard of food, water and personal hygiene should also be maintained.
