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Cholera breaks out in Ogun LG

Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun
Ogun State Governor, Dapo Abiodun

Ogun State Government has raised alarm about the outbreak of cholera in Ijebu North Local Government Area of the state.

The Special Adviser to Governor Dapo Abiodun on Health, Dr Tomi Coker noted that cholera usually occurs during rainy seasons and may also be associated with poor environmental and personal hygiene.

Coker urged Ogun residents to report all cases of stooling with or without vomiting to government health facilities “and notify the LGA DSNO (08069788449).”

She implored Ogun residents to watch the food and water they consume, adding that Cholera is caused by water or food contaminated with faeces.

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