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Cholera in Democratic Republic of Congo

18 November 2013

At least 11 687 cases of cholera were recorded in Katanga province before the end October 2013. The death rate stands at approximately 2.5 percent, with more than 264 deaths so far ths year (2013).

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.