The International Organization for Migration (IOM) has issued an urgent appeal for $3.2 million to continue responding to the deadly cholera outbreak in Haiti and the dire situation of the displaced population in the country.

At least 233 people have died and more than 12,541 suspected cases of this water-borne disease have been reported in the country's 10 departments https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-38286-haiti-cholera-daily-bulletin-55.html

The resurgence of cholera on October 3rd, 2022 adds further stress to a complex humanitarian situation amidst a volatile socio-political environment marked by road blockages, fuel shortages, violent gang activity, and rampant insecurity restricting the delivery of basic services, including access to clean water and health care. 

"Urgent actions must be taken to save lives," said Philippe Branchat, IOM Chief of Mission in Haiti "Failing to respond in a timely manner could have devastating consequences for thousands of people already living in very difficult circumstances."

More than 96,000 people have been displaced by recent gang violence in Port-au-Prince. Civil unrest and a lack of access to affected communities are deepening the multi-dimensional humanitarian crisis and hampering emergency response. 

Through this appeal, IOM will continue working with the Ministry of Public Health, DINEPA (Direction Nationale de l'Eau Potable et de l'Assainissement) and other partners to ensure continued essential services, including risk communication and community engagement (RCCE), strengthening its Early Warning System (EWS), providing mental health and psychosocial support, and supplying clean and safe water to displacement sites.

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https://www.haitilibre.com/en/news-38286-haiti-cholera-daily-bulletin-55.html

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