Plan is stepping up its humanitarian response in Sierra Leone, due to a rapid increase of cholera cases in recent weeks. While the cholera outbreak in Sierra Leone began in January, in recent weeks it has intensified.
3,375 children across the country have contracted the illness to date and at least 216 people have died. President Ernest Bai Koroma has declared a national emergency.
"We are working to reduce the impact of this devastating outbreak on children and their communities. Currently we are concentrating on promoting crucial hygiene messages in schools, improving sanitation, and making sure people have access to safe water." says Plan's Disaster Advisor, Edward Sesay.3,375 children across the country have contracted the illness to date and at least 216 people have died. President Ernest Bai Koroma has declared a national emergency.
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