On Sunday, the Ogun State Government issued an alert on the outbreak of cholera in the Ijebu North Local Government Area.
Dr. Tomi Coker, the special adviser on health to governor Dapo Abiodun, announced this in a statement.
Coker said, “There is an outbreak of cholera (Aarun òní gbá méjì) in the Ijebu North Local Government area of Ogun State.”
According to her, cholera usually occurs during rainy seasons and may also be associated with poor environmental and personal hygiene.
She said that the disease presents as stooling with or without vomiting that causes dehydration.
The former health commissioner stated that “Cholera can result to death if the severe dehydration is not promptly corrected.”
She urged Ogun residents to report all cases of stooling with or without vomiting to government health facilities “and notify the LGA DSNO (08069788449).”
The Special Adviser charged the people to ensure proper personal and environmental hygiene, asking them to wash their hands frequently (before and after using the toilet or eating).
“Use water from clean sources, treat water before use and boil before drinking. Wash and cook food thoroughly before eating. Prevent open defecation,” she advised.
She urged people to be cautious with the food and water they ingest, pointing out that cholera is brought on by contaminated food or water.
Ada Peter
