Cholera

Cholera has been very rare in industrialized nations for the last 100 years; however, the disease is still common today in other parts of the world, including the Indian subcontinent and sub-Saharan Africa.

Although cholera can be life-threatening, it is easily prevented and treated. In the United States, because of advanced water and sanitation systems, cholera is not a major threat; however, everyone, including travelers and clinicians,  should be aware of how the disease is transmitted and what can be done to prevent it.

CDC responds to cholera outbreaks across the world using its Global Water, Sanitation, & Hygiene (WASH) expertise.