The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has officially declared the Greater Accra Region free from cholera, following 30 days with no reported cases.
This significant achievement was announced during a media workshop aimed at enhancing cholera risk reporting in the region.
In an interview with JoyNews, Akumatey Tetteh, the Greater Accra Regional EPI Manager, confirmed the region’s cholera-free status, highlighting the progress made since the beginning of the year.
“I can confidently say that Greater Accra is cholera-free at the moment,” Tetteh stated. During the first and second quarters of this year, we recorded 151 cases and 10 deaths. However, as of now, there have been no new cases. Our surveillance shows zero reports of cholera, and we are safe for now.”
Eunice Joan Teah Dzagli, the Greater Accra Regional Health Promotion Officer, also emphasised the region’s commitment to maintaining a cholera-free status throughout the rainy season.
“We are aiming for zero cholera cases during this rainy season,” she said. “Achieving this goal requires a collective effort from the media, religious bodies, and various agencies. We do not want to return to the challenges we faced in November, December, and January,” she said.
This declaration marks a significant step forward in improving public health management in Greater Accra, as efforts to combat cholera continue.
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