Fiji takes measures to battle Typhoid outbreak

  • Fijian authorities have recorded a total of 59 cases in two provinces:
    • In the Naitasiri: 34 confirmed and 14 suspected cases
    • In Namosi: 6 confirmed and 5 suspected cases
  • The Minister for Health, Ifereimi Waqainabete, says one of the main causes is improper toilet facilities and water sources that the villagers rely on for cooking, cleaning and daily use
  • The Ministry is working to identify new water sources and has constructed proper toilet facilities for the villagers