3-year extreme weather in Africa intensifies cholera outbreaks, causing over 6,000 deaths and 350,000 cases.

Extreme weather in Africa over the past 3 years has intensified cholera outbreaks, causing over 6,000 deaths and nearly 350,000 cases since late 2021. Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Mozambique, Kenya, Ethiopia, and Somalia have all experienced severe flooding or drought, exacerbating the cholera crisis. The waterborne bacterial infection is linked to extreme weather events, highlighting their role in driving disease outbreaks.

May 24, 2024
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