LASUTH To Tackle Cholera Outbreak After Death Of Five People

The Lagos State University Teaching Hospital has said it is prepared to address the possible spread of cholera disease in Lagos.

Recall that Lagos State Government called on residents to adopt precautionary measures to prevent the spread of a potential cholera outbreak in the state.

This is following report of cases of severe gastroenteritis in communities in four Local Government Areas of the state, which resulted in about 60 people admitted in the hospital and five deaths.

The management of LASUTH in a statement issued on its X handle @LASUTHIkeja on Wednesday morning, declared its readiness to manage the possible spread of the disease, saying precautionary measures in response to an outbreak have been set on course.

The statement reads: “This is to inform the general public that precautionary measures have been put in place by the management of Lagos State University Teaching Hospital, LASUTH concerning the cholera outbreak in Lagos.

“It’s on record that scores of patients presented yesterday, Tuesday 11th June 2024 to some healthcare facilities across the state with features in keeping with cholera.

“Consequently, it is important to inform the general public that the only state-owned tertiary healthcare facility, LASUTH, is on red alert and our healthcare workers as well as other stakeholders have been put on notice in readiness for a possible spread as ours is a referral facility.

“In addition, good hygiene practice, provision of clean water at all service points and effective treatment of those presenting with symptoms of gastroenteritis are part of some measures being put in place by the management.

“Lastly, everyone is encouraged to stay informed and take preventive measures to help mitigate the spread of the disease.”