More cholera in Zaire Province, Angola

More cholera cases have been reported in Zaire Province. So far, at least 200 people have been infected and 15 of them have died.

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.