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The media has reported an outbreak of cholera in Makurdi, the capital of Benue state, mid-east Nigeria. The outbreak was identified around two weeks ago and approximately 300 individuals have received treatment at hospitals around the capital. Twenty individuals have reportedly died as a result of cholera in this outbreak. The majority of cases have occurred in the Wadata area of the capital; a slum dwelling bordered by the Benue river.
(Via allAfrica - accessed 05/02/14)
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.
