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Cholera

Cholera is a serious and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection that affects the digestive system. It is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which can be found in contaminated water or food. Cholera is particularly common in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water. Sympt…

Curated from this journal's research 📚 6 peer-reviewed articles cited Cited 35× across the literature 🔖 ISSN 2641-4538 🗓 Reviewed June 2026

Overview

Cholera is a serious and potentially life-threatening bacterial infection that affects the digestive system. It is caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae, which can be found in contaminated water or food. Cholera is particularly common in areas with poor sanitation and limited access to clean drinking water. Symptoms of cholera can include severe diarrhea, vomiting, and dehydration. These symptoms can come on quickly and can be very severe, particularly in vulnerable populations such as young children, the elderly, and those with weakened immune systems. In some cases, cholera can be fatal if left untreated. Treatment for cholera typically involves rehydration and antibiotics. Rehydration is critical to replace fluids and electrolytes lost through diarrhea and vomiting. This can be done with oral rehydration solution, intravenous fluids, or a combination of both. Antibiotics can help to reduce the severity and duration of the illness and can prevent complications. To prevent cholera, it is important to practice good hygiene and sanitation, particularly when it comes to food and water. This includes washing hands thoroughly before eating or preparing food, using clean water for cooking and drinking, and avoiding uncooked or undercooked seafood. In areas with poor sanitation, it may also be important to boil or treat water before drinking and to avoid foods that may have been contaminated. Overall, cholera is a serious public health concern, particularly in developing countries where sanitation and access to clean water may be limited. Understanding the symptoms and treatment of cholera is critical to preventing the spread of the infection and protecting public health internationally.

Research published in this journal

6 peer-reviewed articles, ranked by relevance. Each links to its DOI.

How this research is being cited

The 6 articles above have been cited 35 times in the scholarly literature. Citation data via OpenAlex and Crossref, updated Jun 2026.

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Editorial oversight

Curated from peer-reviewed research published in Public Health International (ISSN 2641-4538).

Journal editorial board
Javad Javan-Noughabi · United Kingdom Evelyn O Talbott · United States Zainab Taha · United Arab Emirates

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