Cholera Risk Continues in Borno, Nigeria - Update

Nigeria continues to see cases of cholera from the outbreak. Borno state has reported 6,367 cholera cases and 73 deaths. Highest cases were registered in Jere (2,482 cases) and MMC (1,556).

No new cases have been reported in the state of Yobe since 3 December. The number of cases has remained at 1,813 and 61 deaths since then.

建议

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.

The U.K. National Travel Health Network and Centre recommends the oral cholera vaccine for some travellers whose activities or medical history put them at increased risk when travelling to areas of active cholera transmission. There is an increased risk of acquiring cholera for aid workers; for those going to areas of cholera outbreaks who have limited access to potable water and medical care; and for travellers for whom the vaccination would be considered potentially beneficial, e.g., persons with chronic medical conditions.

The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends the cholera vaccine for travellers who are 18-64 years of age and who plan to travel to areas of active cholera transmission. CDC notes that most travellers do not travel to areas of active cholera transmission and that safe food and water practices can prevent many cholera infections.