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Opportunities and challenges for cholera control in India
Sanjukta Sen Gupta1, Nirmal Kumar Ganguly1
1Policy Center for Biomedical Research, Translational Health Science and Technology Institute, NCR Biotech Bioscience Cluster, Faridabad Gurgaon Expressway, Faridabad 121001, India.
Vaccine
|July 4, 2019
Summary
India faces a critical opportunity to combat cholera, a disease endemic to the Indo Gangetic delta. Addressing this public health threat requires overcoming challenges in surveillance and vaccine availability.
Area of Science:
- Epidemiology
- Public Health
- Infectious Diseases
Background:
- The Indo Gangetic delta has been a long-standing reservoir for cholera, with documented global dissemination.
- Increasing urbanization and international travel in India heighten the risk of cholera epidemics.
- Global initiatives, like the WHO's roadmap to end cholera by 2030, provide a framework for action.
Purpose of the Study:
- To highlight India's current opportunity to implement cholera control measures.
- To identify anticipated challenges in deploying interventions.
Main Methods:
- This article is a discussion and analysis of the current cholera situation in India.
- It reviews existing global strategies and national priorities related to sanitation.
Main Results:
- India has a unique window to act against cholera due to converging global and national efforts.
- Suboptimal disease surveillance and vaccine shortages are significant anticipated challenges.
Conclusions:
- Strategic interventions are needed to capitalize on the current momentum against cholera in India.
- Addressing surveillance gaps and vaccine accessibility is crucial for successful cholera control.
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