Turkana County Statement On Cholera Outbreak In Kakuma And Kalokol

Clarity on Cholera in Turkana County

Cholera cases have been reported recently in several counties across the nation. However, the Department of Health and Sanitation wishes to clarify that, unlike recent media reports, there are no reported cases in Kakuma and Kalokol.

Laboratory testing is still underway to analyze samples collected earlier from Suguta Sub-County by the deployed rapid response team. These samples have also been sent to the Kenya National Public Health Laboratory for quality assurance.

The department will provide more information upon the completion of confirmatory tests.

Meanwhile, the public is strongly advised to maintain high standards of personal and environmental hygiene to mitigate potential health risks.

County Executive Committee Member for Health and Sanitation

Dr. Joseph Epem

Media Contact:

P.O. Box 11-30500, Lodwar

Esther Njeri Mwangi

Public Communication and Media Relations

Department of Health and Sanitation

esther.mwangi@turkana.go.ke