An outbreak of acute watery diarrhoea has been declared after a surge in cases. The National Surveillance Unit reported 81 cases between 10 and 25 August 2026. Children under five years of age are primarily affected.

Seven cases have been admitted to hospital, with one severe case reported and no deaths. The affected communities include Lounuloul, Imai, Isla, Lamtavekel, Loueiau, and Imarap. Further details are available from the source.

The outbreak is a notable development in the region's disease alerts. The source provides updates on epidemic and emerging disease alerts, including this recent outbreak.