A cholera outbreak has occurred across all states in Sudan. Thousands of people are getting sick, and many have died. Cholera spreads easily through contaminated water and food, causing severe health problems.
Health services are weak, and many places cannot treat patients properly. The rainy season brings heavy rains, which can worsen the sanitary conditions. This increases the risk of cholera spreading in crowded areas, where clean water is often hard to find.
Many families have been forced to leave their homes, compounding the crisis. Organizations are working to help, but the violence in the country makes it difficult to provide enough support.
Difficult words
- outbreak — A sudden start of a disease in a place.
- contaminated — Made dirty or unsafe by harmful substances.
- worsen — To make something become worse.
- sanitary — Related to cleanliness and health.
- support — Help or assistance provided to someone.
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Discussion questions
- Why do you think families have to leave their homes?
- How can organizations help during a health crisis?
- In what ways does the rainy season affect people's lives?
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