Bahri Emergency: Thousands Infected with Malaria, Dengue
Diseases spread as mosquito infestations rise across Bahri
Bahri Emergency: Thousands Infected with Malaria, Dengue -Diseases spread as mosquito infestations rise across Bahri- Khartoum Highlight
Bahri Emergency Room reported 2,137 malaria cases in August, with hotspots in Shabia, Danagla, Hilla Hojli, Kober, and Thamaniat. The report highlighted heavy mosquito infestations in South and East Bahri, increasing malaria risks and worsening public health conditions. Typhoid infections reached 1,177 cases, while several areas recorded dengue fever cases, alongside 260 acute watery diarrhea cases. The room recommended urgent spraying campaigns, mosquito net distribution, neighborhood cleaning, and disinfecting drinking water sources. It also urged activation of an early warning system and equipping health centers with essential medicines for rapid response. The report called for an urgent meeting with the Health Ministry and international organizations to secure immediate support.
