The Member of Parliament for Sissala East, Mohammed Issah Bataglia, has raised concern over reports of seven deaths linked to a Yellow Fever outbreak in parts of the municipality.
The MP said he became alarmed after receiving information from a chief in one of the affected communities about the deaths, with children and young people reportedly among those affected.
Speaking on Tuesday, October 6, 2026, Mr Bataglia said he immediately contacted the Sissala East Municipal Health Directorate to seek clarity on the situation.
“It’s quite worrying because I got a report from the chief of this place, informing me of the fact that they have lost most of their people,” he said.
He said he then contacted the Municipal Health Director to find out whether the health authorities were aware of the reported deaths and what might be responsible.
“I quickly had to ask the municipal director whether that has come to their attention, or what might be the cause,” he added.
The concern follows an earlier confirmation by the Sissala East Municipal Health Directorate that Yellow Fever had been detected in the municipality.
Health authorities said one of four blood samples sent to the national laboratory in Accra tested positive for Yellow Fever.
In contrast, additional samples were taken to establish whether other reported deaths were also linked to the disease.
The MP said he was also seeking information on whether additional public education was needed to help residents understand the disease and take appropriate precautions.
Reports from the affected communities indicate that the situation has generated anxiety, particularly among families who have lost relatives.
Health officials have begun a response, including sensitising clinicians to identify and manage suspected cases, while national authorities assess whether vaccination will be required in affected areas.
Residents have meanwhile been advised to take measures to reduce mosquito bites, including sleeping under insecticide-treated mosquito nets, as Yellow Fever is transmitted through the bite of infected mosquitoes.
