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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The cholera outbreak has caused substantial disruptions in Iraq:</p><ul><li>2,810 confirmed cases of Vibrio cholerae 01 Inaba reported.</li><li>17 governorates affected, with Baghdad and Babylon being the hardest-hit.</li><li>Only 2 deaths have been reported thus far.</li><li>Ongoing conflict has rendered more than 170 health facilities non-functional.</li><li>46 critical WHO and Health Cluster projects are at risk due to funding shortages.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To prevent and control cholera:<ul><li>Ensure safe drinking water by boiling or using chlorine tablets.</li><li>Practice good hygiene, including regular handwashing with soap, especially before eating or preparing food.</li><li>Avoid eating raw vegetables and street food.</li><li>Seek immediate medical attention if you experience symptoms like severe diarrhea or vomiting.</li><li>Follow advice and guidelines from health authorities and international organizations.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        Prepare an emergency kit with the following items to manage cholera outbreaks:<ul><li>Water purification tablets or a water filter.</li><li>Oral rehydration salts (ORS) to prevent dehydration.</li><li>Basic medical supplies, including antiseptics and anti-diarrheal medications.</li><li>Hand sanitizer and wet wipes.</li><li>Non-perishable, easily digestible food items.</li></ul>
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A cholera outbreak in Iraq has resulted in 2,810 confirmed cases across 17 governorates, with major impacts on health services due to ongoing conflict and funding shortages.

Cholera Outbreak in Iraq Reaches 2,810 Confirmed Cases

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Since mid-September 2015, Iraq has been dealing with a severe cholera outbreak that originated with 15 confirmed cases in Najaf and Baghdad. As of November 22, the outbreak has escalated dramatically, with 2,810 confirmed cases spread across 17 of the country’s 18 governorates. Ongoing conflict has severely impacted health services, leading to the non-functionality of over 170 health facilities. While some health projects were saved by emergency funding, many critical projects remain at risk without further financial support.

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