Nassau, Bahamas - The Ministry of Health wishes to
report that a person was intercepted at sea and detained at the Detention
Centre. The detainee appeared unwell on arrival, was treated for suspected
Cholera, and has since been repatriated. There was no contact between
the person and the community-at-large. Laboratory tests later confirmed
Cholera.
As reported, Haiti has an increased
rate of Cholera. The Ministry of Health continues its heightened surveillance
activities and other necessary precautions to identify cases and prevent
the transmission of Cholera in The Bahamas. The public is reminded to
use clean water and maintain good hygienic practices to prevent Cholera
from spreading.
