Health Directorate Alerts An Increase Of Cholera Cases

The Greater Accra Regional Health Directorate says, there has been an increase of cholera cases with reported deaths over the last three weeks. A statement signed by Honesty Numetu, a Health Promotion Specialist for the Directorate appealed to the public to adopt measures to prevent and minimise the spread. These include washing hands with soap before eating, preparing food and after visiting the toilet. The statement advised the public to also wash all fruits and vegetables thoroughly before eating, drink safe water and keep their environment clean.