Cholera and Conflict

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Author(s): Kelly-Hope Louise A., Gayer Michelle, Legros Dominique

Primary Institution: Liverpool School of Tropical Medicine

What is the relationship between cholera outbreaks and conflict situations?

Cholera outbreaks are more likely to occur in countries affected by conflict due to various risk factors.

Cholera occurs in countries during war and civil unrest.
Cholera outbreaks are reported in temporary camps for political refugees.
Countries affected by conflict have higher rates of undernourishment and inadequate water facilities.

When there is war or fighting, people often don't have clean water or good hygiene, which can lead to cholera outbreaks.

There is a lack of detailed data on cholera outbreaks in conflict zones.

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