Zambia records 174 cholera cases


LUSAKA, Sept. 18 (Xinhua) -- Zambia has recorded a total of 174 cholera cases, including two deaths, since the outbreak emerged in the country's north last month, health authorities said Thursday.

Speaking at a press briefing, Minister of Health Elijah Muchima said that 156 patients have been discharged, while 16 remain hospitalized in three districts in northern Zambia.

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