Lagos Faces Cholera Outbreak Amidst Eid al-Adha Celebrations: Urgent Measures Employed
Lagos, Nigeria is currently experiencing a cholera outbreak, with at least 21 fatalities and over 400 cases reported. The outbreak has been linked to the Eid al-Adha celebrations. Health authorities are testing water, food, and drinks to determine the source. Residents showing symptoms are urged to get free treatment at public health centers. Collaboration with European countries is underway to develop a cholera vaccine.
Revolutionary Pig Kidney Transplant Recipient Passes Away, Unrelated to Procedure
Rick Slayman, 62, who underwent a landmark pig kidney transplant earlier this year, has died. Despite his passing, Massachusetts General Hospital clarified that his death was not caused by the transplant. Slayman's operation involved a genetically edited pig kidney aimed at addressing the severe organ shortage in the U.S.
