The case was identified using a cholera surveillance mechanism, set up by the Haitian government and supported by the United Nations.
It was confirmed positive at the National Public Health Laboratory in Port-au-Prince on Sunday 2 October. Additional suspected cases are currently under investigation.
Urgent response
The UN is actively monitoring the situation and is working with national authorities to conduct an emergency response to this potential outbreak, focusing not only on limiting the spread of the disease but also It also teaches families how to take immediate lifesaving actions in their local community.
Additional support will include expanding surveillance, increasing water and sanitation supplies, opening cholera treatment centers and strengthening case management.
Specialized emergency response teams are ready to be deployed to assist affected communities.
Stop spreading
However, in the current unsafe and lawless environment surrounding the capital, it is imperative that these teams be assured of safe access to confirmed or suspected cases, to help minimize the risk of a major outbreak or disruption. said in a statement released Sunday night through the Resident Coordinator’s office.
Preserve profits made
In a statement through his Spokesperson, United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres, said that “immediate and unmanaged access to the ground is required to facilitate the transport of fuel for humanitarian purposes Fuel deliveries have been blocked at the port since mid-September, disrupting not only the daily lives of the Haitian people, but also the capabilities and capacity of the Union United Nations and the international community in responding to a dual crisis.”
He called for all to work together, to ensure that “the gains made over the past 12 years in the fight against cholera are not eroded.”
A major outbreak of waterborne disease that began in 2010, is widely believed to have been imported by UN peacekeepers. Marking the 10th anniversary two years ago, Mr Guterres said the UN deeply regrets the “loss and suffering caused”.
Be wary
“The United Nations is calling on all Haitian citizens to remain vigilant and take proactive measures to prevent the spread of cases in the community,” the statement concluded.
The measures that the United Nations recommends all Haitians take to prevent the epidemic include boiling water for drinking and cooking, washing hands frequently with soap and safe/treated water (heating) boiling or chlorination) and protect food from pests (rodents and insects).
The Research Team’s statement said that anyone with symptoms of acute diarrhea and vomiting should seek immediate medical attention and attempt to stay hydrated using oral rehydration salts that can Make your own at home by combining one quart of clean water, six teaspoons of sugar, and ½ teaspoon of salt.
Infants should be given a minimum of half a liter of rehydration salts per day while children should be given one liter. Adults should consume three liters per day.
The United Nations is committed to standing with the Haitian people and the Haitian authorities as they seek to contain this outbreak, the statement concluded.
