12 cholera-related deaths reported in Cameroon's Southwest region


YAOUNDE, March 23 (Xinhua) -- Health authorities in Cameroon's Southwest region said on Wednesday, at least 12 people have died within 72 hours and over 400 cases reported in a cholera epidemic that is sweeping across the region.

The chief town of the region, Buea and the touristic seaside resort town of Limbe have been particularly affected, according to officials.

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