Cholera Outbreak Update in Borno State, Nigeria
Nigeria: Health Sector Cholera Outbreak Situation Report – Borno State, No. 06 (26 May 2026)
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As of May 25, 2026, Borno State, Nigeria, has reported 2,918 cholera cases and 27 deaths during the outbreak. The report emphasizes ongoing transmission and response efforts including surveillance and community engagement.
- 01A total of 2,918 cholera cases have been reported in Borno State as of May 25, 2026.
- 02The outbreak has resulted in 27 associated deaths, leading to a case fatality rate of 0.9%.
- 03The report covers the period from May 1 to May 25, 2026.
- 04Response activities include surveillance, laboratory testing, and community engagement.
- 05Water source contamination risks have been identified as a significant concern.
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The latest Situation Report on the cholera outbreak in Borno State, Nigeria, provides critical updates from May 1 to May 25, 2026. By May 25, there have been 2,918 reported cases of cholera, leading to 27 deaths and a case fatality rate of 0.9%. The report indicates that transmission is ongoing, with concerns regarding contaminated water sources. Response efforts are focused on surveillance, laboratory testing, case management, and community engagement, alongside risk communication and multisectoral coordination to mitigate the outbreak.
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The cholera outbreak poses significant health risks to the population in Borno State, necessitating immediate public health interventions.
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