Cholera in Kasongo: Death toll rises to eight, with 48 suspected cases
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- Eight deaths and 48 suspected cholera cases have been recorded in Kasongo’s rural health zone in Maniema province.
- Provincial lawmaker Lamolamo Radjabo called on authorities and humanitarian partners to reinforce the response urgently.
- He requested rapid supplies of medicines and other medical materials to improve patient care.
The cholera outbreak in Kasongo has reached eight deaths and 48 suspected cases, according to figures from the rural health zone in Maniema province.
Provincial lawmaker Lamolamo Radjabo called on authorities and humanitarian partners on Monday, September 7, to strengthen the health response urgently.
Radjabo, who represents Kasongo, specifically requested rapid deliveries of medicines and other medical supplies to the health zone. He said the materials were needed to improve care for patients.
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Originally published by Radio Okapi in French. Translated, summarized, and contextualized automatically by DistantNews, with a note on how the source frames the story. Not individually reviewed before publishing. How this works.
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