New imported case of cholera confirmed in SA

DURBAN - South Africa records another imported laboratory-confirmed case of cholera.

The 24-year-old man travelled to Pakistan and on his return to King Shaka International Airport, he showed severe symptoms of cholera.

He was rushed to a private hospital in Durban.

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This case increases the total number of imported cholera cases recorded this year to three.

Two cases were detected in people who travelled from Malawi.

While the recent home-grown cholera outbreak is under control, Health Minister Joe Phaahla urges people to remain vigilant and practise impeccable personal hygiene at all times.