Flood-Hit Solomon Islands Face Disease Outbreaks; Australia Offers More Funding

News outlets report on disease outbreaks in the Solomon Islands after devastating flooding in April, as well as funding for relief efforts.

Australia News Network: Australia gives further $2 million to help Solomon Islands rebuild after floods
“The Australian government says it is providing a further $2 million to help Solomon Islands rebuild after devastating floods in April…” (6/12).

ONE News/TVNZ: Flood ravaged Solomon Islands faced with health crisis
“The Solomon Islands is facing a health crisis with a diarrhea outbreak and emerging cases of leprosy just two months after devastating floods hit the islands…” (6/12).

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