A total of 116 confirmed cholera cases have been reported across 17 districts in four regions, with the Central Region accounting for the majority of infections.

From 1,600 suspected cases, 85 individuals are currently receiving treatment, and 16 fatalities have been recorded, according to a report by 3news.com.

The report noted that the Deputy Director of Public Health in charge of Disease Surveillance at the Ghana Health Service, Dr.

Denis Laryea, emphasised the need for cases to be reported early to the health facilities while encouraging proper hygiene practices among the populace.