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Cholera is a disease of poverty affecting people with inadequate access to safe water and basic sanitation. Conflict, unplanned urbanization and climate change all increase the risk of cholera. Researchers have estimated that each year there are 1.3 to 4.0 million cases of cholera, and 21 000 to 143 000 deaths worldwide due to cholera (1).
Cholera is an acute diarrhoeal infection caused by ingestion of food or water contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. Cholera remains a global threat to public health and an indicator of inequity and lack of social development. Researchers have estimated that every year, there are 1.3 to 4.0 million cases, and 21 000 to 143 000 deaths ...
The average cholera CFR reported globally in 2021 was 1.9% (2.9% in Africa), well above acceptable (<1%) and the highest recorded in over a decade. This year the number of cholera cases and cholera-associated deaths have surged globally following years of decline. Of particular concern are the outbreaks in 13 countries, which did not report ...
Cholera is an acute diarrhoeal disease that can kill within hours if left untreated. Cholera is an acute infection of the gut, caused by ingestion of food or water contaminated with the bacterium Vibrio cholerae O1 or O139. Infection can lead to profuse watery diarrhoea, which if untreated, can lead to rapid dehydration.
The average cholera CFR reported globally in 2021 was 1.9% (2.9% in Africa), a significant increase above acceptable (<1%) and the highest recorded in over a decade. Preliminary data suggests similar trend for 2022 and 2023. The potential drivers of the outbreaks and challenges impacting response activities were highlighted in the last Disease ...
In Pakistan, cholera is endemic with an epidemic threshold of a single laboratory confirmed case. In 2022, Sindh province is facing a significant increase in cholera cases with 234 laboratory confirmed cases reported between 15 January to 27 May. Balochistan and Punjab provinces have also reported 31 and 25 confirmed cases of cholera, respectively. Currently, there is no evidence of cross ...
l Cholera is a rapidly dehydrating diarrhoeal disease caused by ingestion of toxin-producing strains of serogroup O1, or less commonly, serogroup O139, of the bacterium Vibrio cholerae (V.cholerae). l The disease is spread mainly by faecal contamination of water and food and is closely linked to poor sanitation and lack of clean drinking water.
Cholera outbreaks can be prevented by making sure that communities have access to safe water and good sanitation. Open defecation (not using toilets/latrines) is a major driver of cholera outbreaks. Providing communities with access to toilets/latrines can provide significant health benefits. Latrines should be at a safe distance (20–30 ...
Cholera. WHO and multilateral development banks kick off US$ 1.5 billion primary health financing platform with new funds and launch of first investment plans in 15 countries. Boosting digital health can help prevent millions of deaths from noncommunicable diseases. Securing adolescent health and well-being today is vital for the health of ...
Cholera is an easily treatable disease. Most people can be treated successfully through prompt administration of oral rehydration solution (ORS). The consequences of a humanitarian crisis – such as disruption of water and sanitation systems, or the displacement of populations towards inadequate and overcrowded camps – can increase the risk ...