Vanuatu: Watery Diarrhoea in Efate- Situation Update 01 - Report Date: 01 November 2024 I Covering Period from 01 January - 27 October 2024

Overview

• From 14th to 27th of October 2024, a total of 400 watery diarrhea cases have been reported in Vanuatu.
• The number of cases reported has exceed the alert threshold for the last two EpiWeeks, a watery diarrhoea outbreak is declared for Efate Island.
• Most cases have been reported from NTM clinic and Vila Central Hospital (VCH), with individuals coming from Freshwota, Teouma and Erakor.
• Case definition: Three or more lose or watery stools in 24 hours

Outbreak response

• Awareness programs within schools and communities on preventative measures
• Community outreach