Cholera

Cholera is an acute diarrheal illness caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which is typically transmitted through contaminated food or water. Cholera can lead to severe dehydration and, in extreme cases, death if left untreated. It is most common in areas with poor sanitation, limited access to clean water, or during outbreaks after natural disasters.

Ket Facts about Cholera:

  • Fast-Acting Disease: Symptoms can develop within hours of infection.
  • Global Impact: Cholera affects millions of people worldwide, with thousands of deaths annually.
  • Preventable: Vaccination, improved hygiene, and access to clean water significantly reduce the risk of cholera.
  • Cholera vaccination is an effective tool to protect individuals and communities from outbreaks.

 Stay healthy, stay protected. 

The Benefits of Cholera Vaccination:

  1. Prevents Severe Illness: Cholera vaccination greatly reduces the risk of severe symptoms, including life-threatening dehydration.
  2. Supports Outbreak Control: Vaccination is a key component in managing and preventing cholera outbreaks, particularly in high-risk areas or during emergencies.
  3. Protects Vulnerable Populations: The vaccine provides essential protection for:
    • Individuals living in cholera-endemic regions.
    • Travellers to areas with known outbreaks.
    • People in overcrowded or disaster-affected settings.
  4. Complements Other Interventions: Cholera vaccination works alongside clean water initiatives and improved sanitation to strengthen disease prevention efforts.

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FAQs

What is Cholera?

Cholera is a bacterial infection that causes severe diarrhoea and dehydration. Without treatment, it can lead to rapid health deterioration and death.

How is cholera transmitted?

Cholera spreads through: Consuming contaminated food or water. Poor sanitation practices. Direct contact with infected individuals in certain conditions.

Who should get the cholera vaccine?

The vaccine is recommended for: People living in or traveling to cholera-endemic areas. Refugees, humanitarian workers, or individuals in disaster-affected regions.

How effective is the cholera vaccine?

Cholera vaccines provide significant protection against infection, particularly in high-risk areas. While not 100% effective, they reduce the severity of the illness in vaccinated individuals.

Is the vaccine safe?

Yes, cholera vaccines are safe and well-tolerated. Side effects, if any, are generally mild, such as soreness at the injection site or mild gastrointestinal discomfort.

Can cholera be treated?

It’s never too late! Although peak flu season is between June and August, it’s possible to catch the flu all year round. Everyone aged 6 months and over can get the flu vaccination.