Monthly Health Met Bulletin September 2024

Bulletin

Based on the climate-health analysis for September 2024, it has been observed that there were low to moderately suitable climate conditions for the breeding and transmission of vector-borne diseases in the western half of the country. Additionally, over the next 10 days, the western and north-western half, pocket areas of southern and central eastern parts of the country will continue to experience expanded suitable conditions for the breeding and development of mosquitoes.

Regarding climate comfortability conditions, most parts of the country have experienced pleasant conditions for both humans and livestock. However, certain regions like Afar, Somalia, and Gambela might be affected by heat stress in some hotspot lowland areas. Looking ahead to the next 10 days of October's first dekad, the country's low-lying border areas, especially the Afar region, will experience moderate to severe heat stress, affecting both humans and cattle.