Bulawayo City Council urges residents to take precautions against cholera outbreak
Bulawayo City Council has issued a warning to residents to be on the lookout for cholera in the wake of an outbreak in Zimbabwe.
Health department representative, Nkanyiso Ndlovu, has advised residents to stay away from street foods and eat hot meals. He urged them to buy food from reputable places.
“Residents should avoid street foods and eat hot meals. They should buy food from reputable places,” Ndlovu said.
Ndlovu also urged residents to play their part in the prevention of cholera, although there haven’t been more cases in Bulawayo.
Mass Gatherings
He said, “We urge residents to play their part in the prevention of cholera. Although there haven’t been more cases in Bulawayo, we advise residents to avoid mass gatherings.”
Cholera is a bacterial disease that spreads through contaminated water and food. Symptoms include diarrhoea, vomiting, and dehydration. The disease can be fatal if left untreated.
The Bulawayo City Council has taken steps to prevent the spread of cholera. The council has set up cholera treatment centres and is providing free treatment to those affected by the disease. The council has also launched a public awareness campaign to educate residents about the disease and how to prevent it.
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Good Hygiene
The council has urged residents to report any suspected cases of cholera to the health department. The council has also advised residents to practise good hygiene, such as washing their hands regularly and using clean water for drinking and cooking.
Ndlovu also said, “We also advise residents to practise good hygiene, such as washing their hands regularly and using clean water for drinking and cooking.”
The Bulawayo City Council is taking the outbreak of cholera seriously and is doing everything it can to prevent the spread of the disease. Residents are advised to take the necessary precautions to protect themselves and their families from cholera.
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