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Event: EP Epidemic Number: 2008-000149 Country: BEN Benin Location: Porto Novo, Cotonou Date (YMD): 2008-9-2 Time: Duration: Magnitude: Information Source: Ministry of Health, Red Cross Society of Benin Comments: According to the epidemiological surveillance department of the Ministry of Health (MoH), as of 29 August 2008 over 350 cholera cases have been recorded in eastern parts of the city of Akpakpa. No deaths have been reported so far. The Red Cross of Benin has deployed its team of volunteers to Enagnon, Dedokpo and Segbeya communities in Cotonou and Porto Novo, the capital city, to provide humanitarian assistance such as first aid and hygiene education to the families and those affected. Further cases are expected to be recorded in the coming days primarily because of the ongoing rains. The National Society and its volunteers will be providing assistance by furnishing cholera kits, and carrying out education and sensitization activities in the communities. The action is aimed at reducing the suffering those affected, their families and the communities at large. Aproximate Location::   THIS DISASTER ON THE INTERNET:	Useful Links: Back to Search results New Search Statistics Charts Tabular Reports Related Records: