Cholera outbreak, Failed state symptoms, Water-borne disease, Helplessness of the Ministry of Health, Poor health facilities, Lack of access to potable water, Rural area challenges, Polluted water sources, Enlightenment campaign, Tepid response of the Federal Ministry of Health

PM News . 07 September 2010 . Pg 4

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The recent cholera outbreak in Nigeria has killed over 500 people and affected over 10,000, with the possibility of it spreading to more states. The outbreak has exposed the vulnerability of the people to preventable diseases due to poor health facilities, and the government's response has been inadequate. Many Nigerians do not have access to clean water, and rely on polluted sources, making them susceptible to water-borne diseases like cholera. There has been no effective awareness campaign to educate the public on how to prevent and treat the disease.

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The recent cholera outbreak in Nigeria has killed over 500 people and affected over 10,000, with the possibility of it spreading to more states. The outbreak has exposed the vulnerability of the people to preventable diseases due to poor health facilities, and the government's response has been inadequate. Many Nigerians do not have access to clean water, and rely on polluted sources, making them susceptible to water-borne diseases like cholera. There has been no effective awareness campaign to educate the public on how to prevent and treat the disease.