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Cholera in Nigeria

24 October 2013

An outbreak of cholera has been reported from Lagos state on the coast in the southwest of the country. The affected areas of the state include Apapa, Ajegunle, Surulere, Oshodi, and Lagos Island.

(Via allAfrica - accessed 24/10/13)

Advice for 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.