Diarrhea kills 26 people

Diarrhea kills 26 people

JAMBI, Jambi: At least 26 people have been killed by outbreaks
of diarrhea in 14 villages in the coastal Tanjung Jabung regency
during the last three months, the Antara news agency reported.

Jambi Health Office chief Abdul Hamid said a total of 650
people have been affected by diarrhea and the 14 villages have
since been officially declared as under an "emergency condition"
that entitles them to priority for various treatments and medical
supplies.

The severe water shortages caused by the long dry spell have
further exacerbated the problem, Abdul said. (emb)