Uganda Vaccinates 50,000 Against Cholera

The Ministry of Health has announced that it is vaccinating 50,000 people in Bududa District against cholera.

The move comes as an outbreak in the region has affected 51 resident. 

According to the ministry’s public relations officer Emmanuel Ainebyoona, "The Ministry of Health is vaccinating more than 50,000 individuals in 22 parishes that are comprised of 207 villages in the district. Bududa District is currently facing an active cholera outbreak. However, the outbreak is being responded to effectively by the resilient and determined health workforce."

The vaccine comes in two doses, which together offer up to five years of protection.