On cyclone-hit Mayotte, antibiotic-resistant cholera poses a new danger. Here's what we know !
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Cyclone Chido has devastated Mayotte, leading to severe infrastructure damage and raising concerns about a potential cholera outbreak. The cyclone, the worst in nearly a century, has overwhelmed local hospitals, which are struggling to treat patients suffering from cyclone-related injuries, dehydration, and malnutrition. A new antibiotic-resistant strain of cholera has been identified, heightening fears of a health crisis. Authorities are planning to store vaccines and distribute chlorine tablets to purify water as the situation worsens. Teljes cikk (Euronews.com)