Fourteen people have lost their lives following an outbreak of cholera in the Western Region, with hospitals in the region battling to manage the rising number of patients.
As of December 7, 2024, a total of 789 suspected cases had been recorded, with daily new infections exceeding 60, according to a report by Myjoyonline.com.
As part of efforts to control the outbreak, the Ghana Health Service (GHS) has deployed a team from its Institutional Care Division to the region.
The team has been tasked with monitoring the situation, reassessing emergency healthcare plans, and reinforcing hospital staff to ensure timely treatment for those affected, the report noted.
