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3 days ago · Cholera is a preventable and curable disease that kills fast if left untreated. It is a highly contagious bacterial infection that causes cells lining the intestine to produce large amounts of fluid, resulting in diarrhea and vomiting. Without treatment, cholera can quickly lead to death by dehydration.
1 day ago · 25 April 2024. “Adding a voice of hope” – this is Pastor Patson Chanda’s goal as a religious leader who is helping to end the cholera outbreak with Zambia Interfaith Networking Group Organization, ZINGO. When cholera hit Zambia, Pastor Patson Chanda and other religious leaders didn’t immediately understand how they would be able to help.
2 days ago · Explore the history of cholera, from its devastating pandemics to the development of modern control measures. Learn about the origins of cholera, its impact on human populations, and the scientific breakthroughs that have helped to combat this deadly disease. Discover how cholera outbreaks have shaped public health policies and led to advancements in sanitation and water treatment. Gain ...
1 day ago · Source: Preventing Chronic Disease (PCD) is a peer-reviewed electronic journal established by the National Center for Chronic Disease Prevention and Health Promotion. PCD provides an open exchange of information and knowledge among researchers, practitioners, policy makers, and others who strive to improve the health of the public through ...
20 hours ago · Cholera - Causes - Pathogenicity - Symptoms - Diagnosis - Treatment - Prevention - FAQs Cholera is an infection of the small intestine and is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae.
2 days ago · Once an outbreak is identified, the rapid spread must be contained aggressively through regular surveillance and prevention methods. The main treatment of Cholera is timely rehydration through ORS (oral rehydration solution) or intravenous rehydration to replace the rapid fluid and electrolyte loss. Antibiotics help in severe cases.
1 day ago · This Field Note details Mozambique’s extensive cholera outbreak from September 2022 to June 2023, exacerbated by Cyclone Freddy in March 2023 1.It highlights the challenges faced and solutions implemented by UNICEF in leading the multisectoral response, emphasizing the importance of risk communication, WASH initiatives, and infection prevention.
