HARARE, Jan. 27 (Xinhua) -- Zimbabwe has recorded a cholera outbreak in Rushinga District of Mashonaland Central Province, resulting in one death, the Department of Civil Protection (DCP) said Monday.
The department said that three cases of cholera and one death have been recorded in the district along the border with neighboring Mozambique as of Jan. 22.
The department said that a cholera treatment center has since been established in the area, while contact tracing and surveillance systems have been strengthened.
On Jan. 22, Zimbabwe's Ministry of Health and Child Care warned the public of cholera's increased risk due to heavy rains and flooding in most parts of the country.
The ministry urged the public to observe preventive measures at all times, remain vigilant and promptly seek medical attention once symptoms occur.
