The Department of Health in Limpopo, South Africa, has recorded two new cases of cholera in Zimbabwe who have just returned from the Christmas and New Year holidays.
The department said in a statement that the patients are Zimbabwean men between the ages of 43 and 27, who presented upon their return from vacation to the Musina and Helen Franz hospitals in the Sinwaparwana district, respectively, suffering from cholera-like symptoms.
“They were accepted and tested immediately. Cholera is a highly contagious and potentially life-threatening disease caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. The most common symptoms include severe diarrhea, vomiting and dehydration, the administration said in the statement.
“If left untreated, cholera can lead to serious complications and even death. Once suspected cases were detected, immediate action was taken to ensure that patients were admitted and treated according to established protocols.
He added that our medical teams are closely monitoring their condition and providing them with the necessary medical care to facilitate their recovery. We would like to emphasize that cholera is transmitted primarily through contaminated food and water. “Therefore, it is important for individuals to practice good hygiene, such as washing hands frequently with soap and clean water, especially before eating or preparing food.”
The administration said it would provide regular updates on the patients’ condition. Announce
