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An outbreak of cholera in Grafton old camp in the Western Rural District of Freetown has been reported by the media.
The camp is overcrowded, lacks adequate toilet facilities and personal hygiene among camp dwellers is poor. Women and children are the most severely affected by the outbreak. Camp personnel are calling on humanitarian organizations and other stakeholders to help them fight the outbreak. Plans are underway to raise awareness among inhabitants of the camp on sanitation issues.
(Via allAfrica - accessed 11/09/13)
Advice for Travellers
Cholera vaccine is available for those going into humanitarian camps in a relief/aid worker capacity.
