HEALTH

8 000 hepatitis cases reported in Namibia

66 people succumb to virus

The hepatis E outbreak affected 13 of the 14 regions, mainly in informal settlements and areas with poor hygiene and sanitation.

Ellanie Smit

2 Year Ago - 2022-08-01 01:00:00

During the four-year outbreak of hepatis E in Namibia, which was declared over in February, more than 8 000 cases were reported and 66 people died.Deputy health minister Esther Mui

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