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Nigeria Borno Cholera Outbreak Claims 74, Over 7,000 Infected

6/11/2026

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MSF Battles Cholera

In Nigeria, a cholera outbreak in Borno state has killed 74 people and infected more than 7,000 since early May.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has treated 7,439 cholera patients, averaging 185 admissions per day, and recorded 500 new patients on Friday, the outbreak’s highest single-day count.
Jessie Kurnurkar said open defecation and fewer partners on the ground worsen the outbreak.
Patient Aisha Ibrahim was readmitted after symptoms returned following discharge.

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MSF Opens Centre

MSF has opened a dedicated cholera treatment centre in Maiduguri to strengthen the overstretched health system.
Borno state authorities are preparing a cholera vaccination campaign to complement treatment and hygiene efforts.
Patients travel long distances to reach care, prompting MSF to expand surveillance and hygiene promotion alongside clinical services.
The outbreak occurs amid a 17-year Islamist insurgency that has displaced thousands and weakened water and sanitation infrastructure.

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MSF Battles Cholera

In Nigeria, a cholera outbreak in Borno state has killed 74 people and infected more than 7,000 since early May.
Doctors Without Borders (MSF) has treated 7,439 cholera patients, averaging 185 admissions per day, and recorded 500 new patients on Friday, the outbreak’s highest single-day count.
Jessie Kurnurkar said open defecation and fewer partners on the ground worsen the outbreak.
Patient Aisha Ibrahim was readmitted after symptoms returned following discharge.

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