Sudan is experiencing its worst cholera outbreak in years, resulting in over 2,470 deaths and close to 100,000 suspected cases, primarily affecting the Darfur region. The outbreak, first declared a year ago, has overwhelmed health facilities, especially in Tawila, where water access is critically low. The town, with 380,000 displaced due to ongoing conflicts, faces dire shortages of both water and treatment facilities. Reports indicate significant health risks from contaminated water consumption, exacerbating the cholera crisis.
The outbreak was first declared by Sudan's Ministry of Health a year ago, linking it to over 2,470 deaths and nearly 100,000 suspected cases.
Residents of Tawila have to make do with barely three liters of water per day, far below the World Health Organization's minimum threshold.
MSF reported that Tawila Hospital's cholera treatment center, with only 130 beds, was overwhelmed by 400 patients, forcing staff to treat others on the floor.
In displacement and refugee camps, families often consume contaminated water sources, leading to a rise in cholera cases.
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