Kuwait: The Ministry of Health says that there is no cholera outbreak in Kuwait. Officials said that the situation in the country is calm and under control, but the Ministry of Health is ready to deal with any emergency situation. The Ministry of Health said that health and safety measures have been taken and follow-up measures have been taken to monitor patients and ensure that they do not spread the infection to others.
Cholera was confirmed for a Kuwaiti national who returned from Iraq last Friday. Ministry sources also asked those traveling to countries where the disease is prevalent to follow health precautions.
Be sure to drink only clean water that comes in a securely sealed bottle. The ministry advised to eat only well-cooked food served hot and avoid milk and related products.
Meanwhile, the director of Jahra Hospital Dr. Jamal Al Duaij informed that the patient who was reported to be infected with cholera has completed his treatment and left the hospital. Officials said the patient was allowed to leave the hospital after the disease was completely cured.