The Ghana Health Service has confirmed nine cases of cholera in the Ada West and East Districts of the Greater Accra Region.
A statement released on Monday, October 14, 2024, indicated that the initial case of the illness was reported on October 4, 2024.
“The individual presented to the health facility with vomiting, diarrhoea, and abdominal pains a couple of days after attending a funeral in Ada East. Subsequently, the Ada East District also confirmed cases of cholera,” the statement noted.
The service detailed public health measures, including the creation of Public Health Management Committees at all levels. It also emphasised the importance of ongoing outbreak investigations and environmental assessments to help control the spread of the disease.
“Daily active community case searches are being conducted. Strict infection prevention and control practices in all health facilities have been enforced. A cholera oral rehydration centre for cases with mild symptoms has been set up,” it added.
