17 districts in 4 regions have so far recorded cases of cholera with the Central Region recording the majority of the cases.
In total, 116 cholera cases have been confirmed from 1600 suspected cases. 85 persons are currently on admission while 16 fatalities have been recorded.
Deputy Director of Public Health in charge of Disease Surveillance at the Ghana Health Service, Dr.
Denis Laryea reiterated the need for cases to be reported early to the health facilities while encouraging proper hygiene practices among the populace.