Khartoum: After reviewing the recent epidemiological reports on cholera in Khartoum State, Minister of Health Dr. Haitham Mohamed Ibrahim explained that this was an expected outcome following the liberation of Khartoum State and the return of many areas and citizens from Jebel Awlia and Al-Salha, which led to a deterioration in environmental conditions and problems with drinking water sources in those areas.
According to Sudan News Agency, the Minister indicated that the recent increase is estimated at an average of 600 to 700 cases per week over the past four weeks. He thanked the significant efforts made by the Khartoum State Government, United Nations agencies, and international organizations operating in the state, including the opening of more than eight cholera treatment centers, in addition to contributions in supplies and combat efforts, including water chlorination and environmental sanitation.
The Minister underscored that expectations indicate a decline in the rate of infections in the coming weeks, Allah willing, especially with the launch of the cholera vaccination campaign in a number of localities in the coming days.
He also stressed the existence of a Federal Health Emergency Chamber that operates around the clock to monitor the health situation and take the necessary measures to combat the spread of the disease.