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A total of 27 people have died as a result of a cholera outbreak, the Health Ministry in Sierra Leone has declared. Over 1000 cases have been recorded in 3 districts in the northern region of the country - Port Loko, Kambia and Pujenhun.
(Via ProMED Mail - accessed 07/03/12)
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.
