Cholera: Stop drinking rainwater, Kano govt warns residents

Kano State Government in its efforts to prevent contracting Cholera, the government has advised residents against drinking rainwater for now.

Cholera is an endemic and seasonal disease, occurring annually mostly during the rainy season and more frequently in areas with poor sanitation.

This was contained in a statement signed on Saturday by the Head of the Public Relations Unit, Ministry of Health, Ibrahim Abdullahi, a copy made available to press in Kano

According to him, the advice was necessary because usually, the rainy season comes up with cholera complications which some states in the country have already fallen victim to.

“Hence, it is necessary to warn and remind the people that prevention is better than cure.

People should always examine what they take, most importantly vegetables, fruits, and drinking water. People need to be wary in this regard to protect themselves from contaminated food or water.

He added; “It is important for people to understand that the rainwater at the beginning of the rainy season is unclean. If one must use it, it must then be purified using water treatment substances, including boiling and filtering before use.

He however stated; “This will help greatly to safeguard people against the bondage of Cholera.”

However, the Commissioner of Health, Dr. Abubakar Yusuf also urged people to always wash vegetables and fruits thoroughly with clean water before consumption because they are mostly purchased from the markets with little cleanliness.

This administration will continue to give all the needed attention to the healthcare of the people of the state, adding that health is one of the aspects that the governor accords maximum priorities.

He urged people to report to the nearest health facility as soon as possible whenever they fall ill, praying for the safety of Kano state and its people against cholera and other illnesses.

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