Stop Cholera outbreak | Temporary medical centre set up

HAMMANSKRAAL - Health Minister Joe Phaahla says more resources will be deployed in Hammanskraal where a cholera outbreak is sweeping the area.

A temporary medical centre has been set up and residents experiencing cholera-like symptoms have been urged to report to the facility immediately.

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More than 20 people have died due to cholera in the area.

At the same time, some families are pleading with government to assist with burial costs.

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Government has only pledged to support the affected families with psycho-social services but there's been no direct communication around financial support.

Meanwhile, the Health Department will continue providing health services in Kanana.

* eNCA's Pule Letshwiti-Jones reports.