As the East African nation continue to struggle with everything ranging from government to its international image, another new crisis is hitting its people: Measles! As of this writing, nearly 30 Zimbabweans -- mainly children below the age of 5 -- have died of measles in recent weeks.
The World Health Organization working in Zimbabwe said that the outbreak has totaled more than 340 cases this year. A WHO spokesperson said the outbreak is occurring “mainly because of people who have denied their children vaccination.” The outbreak has affected children in five districts in Zimbabwe.
This newest outbreak of disease is likely to further strain Zimbabwe's health system -- which last year linked nearly 5,000 deaths to a cholera epidemic. Cholera has again been reported with five deaths in the past three months.
May the people of Zimbabwe be blessed with good health and a prosperous New Year!
The World Health Organization working in Zimbabwe said that the outbreak has totaled more than 340 cases this year. A WHO spokesperson said the outbreak is occurring “mainly because of people who have denied their children vaccination.” The outbreak has affected children in five districts in Zimbabwe.
This newest outbreak of disease is likely to further strain Zimbabwe's health system -- which last year linked nearly 5,000 deaths to a cholera epidemic. Cholera has again been reported with five deaths in the past three months.
May the people of Zimbabwe be blessed with good health and a prosperous New Year!
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