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 1 December 2008

Cholera on the Rise in Zimbabwe

Cholera cases in Zimbabwe continue to steadily increase. Nearly 12,000 cases have been reported and health officials in the country says the numbers are being under-reported and say the situation could worsen with the approaching rainy season. While the rainwater trapped on the ground is tempting source of drinking water it's often contaminated contributing to the problem.
Gail Walker reports


The full interview is available below





Report One
Duration: 00:00:59
Outcue: "... United Nations ..."
WHO Spokesperson Talks to UN Radio About Cholera in Zimbabwe
Duration: 00:04:39
Paul Garwood, Spokesperson for the World Health Organization talks to UN Radio's Patrick Maigua about the increase of cholera in Zimbabwe.