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Nigeria’s conflict-hit Borno state battles cholera outbreak that has killed 74

The cholera outbreak in Borno state has killed 74 people and infected over 7,000 since May.
MSF says the illness is spreading across 14 of Borno’s 27 local governments, including Maiduguri.
MSF has treated about 7,439 cholera patients, averaging 185 admissions per day.
A single day last week saw around 500 cholera patients seeking treatment at MSF centers.
Open defecation and reduced on-ground support are worsening transmission.
MSF attributes the outbreak to fragile health systems in the region.
The outbreak remains a major public health challenge in a conflict-affected region.
MSF reports the outbreak is concentrated in Maiduguri and surrounding areas.
MSF notes that only a small portion of Nigeria’s population has access to safe water.
The MSF report underscores ongoing health and water access problems in Borno.
Health authorities urge continued response as transmission continues in affected areas.

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