HEALTH Minister Dr Elijah Muchima says the country has recorded 569 cholera cases since the outbreak began, resulting in nine deaths. Dr Muchima also says cholera vaccines are in short supply globally, but government has requested 156,000 doses through the World Health Organisation to help manage and contain the outbreak. Rendering a ministerial statement in the National Assembly, Friday, Dr Muchima said government remained committed to safeguarding public health by implementing strong measures to prevent the spread of cholera nationwide. “I wish to thank you for giving me this opportunity to update this August House on an important matter of public health importance, which is government preparedness to stop and prevent the spread of cholera across the country. I would...
