Ada: Dr Philip Narh, the Medical Superintendent of the Ada East District Hospital, has revealed that every resident of the district is at risk of contracting cholera due to the escalating spread of the disease in the area. Dr Narh reported that every community in the district had already recorded cases of the disease. According to Ghana News Agency, Dr Narh emphasized that houseflies are the primary carriers of cholera, transferring faecal matter from open defecation areas to food and water sources. This leads to the ingestion of contaminated food, resulting in cholera infection. He highlighted that a handshake could also spread the disease if proper hygiene practices are not followed, as it involves the potential transfer of faecal matter. Dr Narh noted that pollution of water bodies in the district is a significant concern, alongside the issue of open defecation. He explained that rainwater carries faecal matter into water sources, contaminating them and putting users at risk. He stressed the importance o f personal responsibility in preventing the spread of cholera, urging the people of Ada to maintain good hygiene practices, such as proper handwashing and sanitation, to curb the menace. Residents of Ada East and Ada West districts are facing a health crisis as cholera spreads rapidly across the districts. Data from the Ghana Health Service indicates that 43 persons have been confirmed to have cholera, with two deaths recorded. This outbreak is part of a larger global concern, with the International Coordinating Group on Vaccine Provision reporting a significant increase in cholera cases worldwide since 2021. The ICG has urged governments, donors, and partners to invest in access to safe water, sanitation, and hygiene, as well as vaccine production, to combat this preventable and treatable disease.