The Ghana Health Service (GHS), in partnership with the Ministry of Health, has initiated a cholera vaccination drive in the capital, Accra, as part of efforts to control a growing outbreak.
The campaign, which begins today, February 14, aims to vaccinate over 300,000 residents in a bid to curb the spread of the potentially fatal disease.
The move comes in the wake of an alarming rise in cholera cases, with more than 4,000 reported across five regions including Greater Accra, Eastern, Central, Ashanti, and Western since the onset of the outbreak.
The disease, which has already claimed over 40 lives, is a serious concern for health authorities as they scramble to stem further transmission.
The ongoing outbreak has been exacerbated by inadequate sanitation, limited access to clean water, and improper food handling practices.
Health officials are particularly worried about the potential for the situation to worsen without immediate intervention.
As part of its response, the Ministry of Health and GHS are administering oral cholera vaccines (OCV) to residents in high-risk areas.
While the vaccine offers short-term protection, it is seen as a vital tool in preventing further spread of the disease, particularly in regions where access to safe drinking water and sanitation facilities remains limited.
