By Dominique Gabriel G. Bañaga

The number of confirmed cholera cases in Negros Occidental is now at 47, based on the new data released by the Provincial Health Office (PHO).

PHO’s Health Surveillance System records show that as of November 19, the province’s Talisay City had the most number of cases with 20, followed by Silay City with 16, and E.B. Magalona town with six.

Meanwhile, the cities of Victorias and Cadiz have two confirmed cases each, while Manapla town has one case.

PHO head Dr. Ernell Tumimbang has reminded Negrenses to boil their drinking water if they are unsure of its cleanliness.

He said that food preparation must also be clean at all times./DGB, WDJ