Cholera outbreak in Chad

The Ministry of Health has confirmed an outbreak of cholera affecting 445 people of whom 56 have died. The affected areas include Koukou and Goz Beida Districts in Sila Region and Am Timan District in Salamat Region.

Advice

All travellers can minimize the risk of exposure to this disease. Strictly observe all food and water precautions in any area where there is cholera. If gastrointestinal symptoms (e.g., vomiting and profuse watery diarrhoea) develop while visiting the affected area, travellers should seek medical care at once.