Health
Shigellosis outbreak affecting Cabo Verde
Shigellosis outbreak reported in Cabo Verde, affecting both locals and travelers, with ongoing cases documented in March 2026.
Cabo Verde is experiencing a shigellosis outbreak, with health officials at the Ministry of Health in Praia reporting cases among both tourists and local residents. The outbreak is centered in Praia and has extended to multiple islands, including São Vicente and Santo Antão. The bacterial infection, transmitted through contaminated food and water, is prompting public health measures and travel advisories for the archipelago.
- Status
- active
- Location
- Cabo Verde
- Date added
- 2026-03-30 22:48 UTC
- Added by
- annaafricaapdrmis
- Last updated
- Source
- https://inforpress.cv/en
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