A cholera outbreak in northeastern Nigeria has killed at least 74 people and infected over 7,800, overwhelming health facilities in the region. The outbreak began in early May in Borno State and continues to spread, with new cases rising daily. Médecins Sans Frontières is reporting on the growing crisis, which is putting a strain on local health facilities. The situation is critical, with the number of cases and fatalities expected to increase if not properly contained.
A rapidly spreading cholera outbreak in northeastern Nigeria has killed at least 74 people and infected more than 7,800, according to Médecins Sans Frontières. The outbreak, which began in early May in Borno State, is overwhelming health facilities as new cases continue to rise daily.