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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        The Hepatitis E outbreak in South Sudan has caused substantial harm: 
    <ul>
        <li>Affected over 500 individuals</li>
        <li>Caused 21 deaths, mainly among women</li>
        <li>Fatality rate as high as 40% for pregnant women</li>
        <li>Significant challenge due to the remoteness of affected areas</li>
    </ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        To protect yourself during a Hepatitis E outbreak:
    <ul>
        <li>Avoid drinking unsanitary water and ensure your drinking water is purified.</li>
        <li>Maintain proper hygiene by washing hands frequently with soap and clean water.</li>
        <li>Avoid consuming raw or undercooked meat and shellfish.</li>
        <li>Seek immediate medical help if you experience symptoms like jaundice, fever, fatigue, or abdominal pain.</li>
        <li>Advocate for vaccination, especially for high-risk groups like pregnant women.</li>
        <li>Avoid close contact with those showing virus symptoms.</li>
    </ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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        Prepare an emergency kit with:
    <ul>
        <li>Purified drinking water and water purification tablets</li>
        <li>Hand sanitizers and soaps</li>
        <li>Non-perishable food items</li>
        <li>First aid kit with necessary medications</li>
        <li>Information on local healthcare facilities</li>
        <li>Personal hygiene products</li>
    </ul>
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South Sudan faces a severe Hepatitis E outbreak, impacting over 500 individuals and causing multiple fatalities.

South Sudan Battles Severe Hepatitis E Outbreak

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In September 2023, South Sudan declared a Hepatitis E Virus (HEV) outbreak in Old Fangak, Jonglei State, and Greater Pibor Administrative Area. The outbreak has severely impacted the region, with 501 cases treated by January 2024 and a significant fatality risk among pregnant women.

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