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The Digest:

A cholera outbreak in Mubi Local Government Area of Adamawa State has killed ten individuals, with the state's health commissioner confirming the victims died at home without seeking medical care, despite ongoing government and WHO interventions.

Key Points:
  • Adamawa Health Commissioner Dr. Felix Tangwami confirmed the fatalities.
  • All ten victims died at home, not in healthcare facilities.
  • The state government is collaborating with the World Health Organisation (WHO).
  • 25 patients were admitted for treatment as of Tuesday, November 4.
  • A response team, including an epidemiologist and a volunteer, has been deployed.
  • Officials are tracing contacts in communities to provide medical care.
  • Traditional leaders are urged to encourage residents to seek prompt treatment.
This outbreak reveals the persistent storm of public health challenges, where community awareness and access to care remain critical lines of defense against a relentless and deadly disease.

Sources: Daily Trust, News Agency of Nigeria (NAN)