MAKESHIFT HOSPITAL. An evacuation center in Caraga, Davao Oriental is converted into a makeshift hospital in this undated photo as the number of cholera outbreak-affected residents rose to 544 since Jan. 31, 2021. Of the number, 293 are still confined and the death count stands at six. (Photo courtesy of Davao Oriental PIO) DAVAO CITY - The cholera outbreak in Caraga town in Davao Oriental that started last week has so far affected 544 individuals, the provincial government said Wednesday. Data sent to the Philippine News Agency (PNA) showed the total reported cholera cases in the town that started January 31 has reached 544 while the death count remains at six. Of the number, 293 are still confined at an evacuation center converted into a makeshift hospital and other infirmaries in the province. Karen Lou Deloso, the provincial information officer, said the provincial government continues to coordinate with the local government unit of Caraga and various agencies in responding to the
CHOLERA OUTBREAK. Six people have died due to the cholera outbreak in Caraga town in Davao Oriental which started on Jan. 31, 2022. The provincial government has launched a massive emergency health response to address the ongoing cholera outbreak in the municipality of Caraga. (Photo courtesy of Davao Oriental PIO) DAVAO CITY - The cholera outbreak in Caraga town in Davao Oriental that started last week has resulted in the death of up to six people, the provincial government confirmed on Monday. Data sent to the Philippine News Agency indicated that the total reported cholera cases in the town that started January 31 has reached 491. Of the number, 84 individuals are still admitted to various hospitals in the province. Karen Lou Deloso, the provincial information officer, said the provincial health office (PHO) started receiving reports of residents experiencing diarrhea on January 29 wherein most patients had experienced symptoms such as loose bowel movement (LBM), vomiting, and stoma