Cholera cases surge in Yemen as conflict intensifies, WHO says
Summary
Cholera cases in Yemen have tripled in three weeks as fighting forces many people to live in unsanitary camps. The World Health Organization (WHO) warns that without more funding and access to clean water and health services, the disease could spread quickly.Key Facts
- Suspected cholera cases rose from 217 to 647 between early September and early October.
- Over 200,000 people have fled their homes because of renewed fighting in Yemen.
- Yemen has reported 8,034 suspected cholera cases and 27 deaths so far this year.
- Most cases are in five areas with many displaced people: Abyan, Lahij, al-Dhalea, Taiz, and Aden.
- Cholera causes severe diarrhea, vomiting, and cramps and spreads through contaminated food and water.
- The WHO needs $31 million for a 90-day emergency plan but has only received $3.78 million.
- The conflict has worsened food shortages and disease outbreaks in Yemen.
- Cholera treatment includes oral rehydration and antibiotics in serious cases.
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