Kébémer: 548 cases of acute digestive syndrome as Health Ministry responds

Senegal’s Ministry of Health and Public Hygiene reported 548 cases of acute digestive syndrome in the Kébémer health district as of 10:30 a.m. on November 6, 2026, up 65 from the previous day. Cases have been recorded at nine sites; three patients are under observation, their condition is stable, and no severe cases or deaths have been reported. Health teams from Louga and the ministry are investigating to identify a possible common source of contamination. The ministry urges residents to follow hygiene guidance and seek care promptly if symptoms appear; emergency services can be reached at 1515 and the health information hotline at 800 00 50 50.