Health authorities in Haiti have detected 66 suspected cholera cases in Port-au-Prince and nearby areas as schools prepare to reopen. The UN humanitarian office reports that Pétion-Ville recorded 40 suspected cases and three deaths between September 21 and 25. Young adults are spreading the disease across Pétion-Ville, Delmas, Tabarre and Carrefour.
The nation has reported more than 3,100 suspected cholera cases this year. Health teams are collecting samples and distributing water purification tablets in affected areas. The UN office is helping Haitian officials monitor cases and deploy health workers to contain the outbreak.
The nation has reported more than 3,100 suspected cholera cases this year. Health teams are collecting samples and distributing water purification tablets in affected areas. The UN office is helping Haitian officials monitor cases and deploy health workers to contain the outbreak.
