Gastroenteritis Outbreak in Aswan Sparks Health Ministry Response

 

A stomach and intestinal disease has spread in Aswan Governorate. The Deputy Minister of Health and a preventive medical team visited after the Minister informed them. The Egyptian Ministry of Health, Dr. Khaled Abdel Ghaffar, has noted a surge in gastroenteritis cases in the Aswan Governorate, especially in Abu Al-Rish and nearby villages, since September 11, 2024. Health officials, including spokesmen Hossam Abdel Ghaffar and Governor Ismail Kamal, are investigating water safety and monitoring the situation.    

The Egyptian Ministry of Health is addressing an increase in gastroenteritis cases by tracking hospital visits and testing water from 103 drinking stations and affected houses. Since symptoms like nausea and diarrhea can spread through contaminated food and water, officials are taking this action in response to a sharp rise in intestinal infections since September 11, 2024. 

A virtual workshop was conducted for hospital doctors to train them in diagnosing, treating, and referring intestinal flu cases. Additionally, a meeting is planned to enhance awareness among primary care doctors about managing intestinal flu effectively.  



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