US EditionTyphoid Cases In Oti Region Double To 22,000
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Typhoid Cases In Oti Region Double To 22,000
The Oti Region has recorded a sharp increase in typhoid fever cases, with figures rising from 10,233 in the second quarter to 22,261 cases as of August 28, 2025, according to the Ghana Health Service (GHS). The Oti Regional Environmental Health Officer, Cynthia Sekyere, described the situation as a major public health concern that requires urgent intervention from government and development partners. She identified lack of potable water and poor…
Typhoid fever surge reported in Oti Region — GHS issues safety alert
The Ghana Health Service (GHS) has confirmed a surge in typhoid fever cases in the Oti Region, particularly in the Biakoye, Krachi East, Krachi West, and Krachi Nchumuru Districts. In a statement issued on Thursday, August 28, 2025, and signed by Dr. Caroline Reindorf Amissah, Acting Deputy Director-General of GHS, the Service said it is working closely with the Oti Regional Coordinating Council and the Ministry of Health to respond to the situa…
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