10 meningitis deaths reported in Ghana's Upper West region since Jan 2024, with 34 confirmed cases.

10 meningitis deaths reported in Ghana's Upper West region since Jan 2024, with 124 suspected cases and 34 confirmed. Wa West District has the highest confirmed cases, followed by Nandom Municipal, Nadowli, and Jirapa. Dr. Collins Boateng Danquah emphasizes early reporting and public awareness for combating the outbreak, with support from the Ghana Health Service for case identification and confirmation.

March 21, 2024
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