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Background:

  • Cholera remains a significant global health threat, necessitating improved surveillance and control strategies.
  • The Global Task Force for Cholera Control (GTFCC) has released new guidance recommending systematic RDT use for suspected cholera cases.
  • Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance, began shipping RDTs to endemic countries in 2024, supporting this shift in strategy.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To evaluate the impact and implementation of rapid diagnostic tests (RDTs) in cholera surveillance systems.
  • To highlight the potential of RDT-driven surveillance for early outbreak detection and improved intervention targeting.
  • To address challenges and advocate for sustained support for RDT integration in cholera control.

Main Methods:

  • The study is a Personal View based on GTFCC guidance, prospective studies, and systematic reviews.
  • Analysis of the logistical, operational, and financial health system changes required for large-scale RDT implementation.
  • Assessment of RDT diagnostic accuracy concerns versus their proven utility in outbreak detection.

Main Results:

  • RDTs offer speed and accessibility, crucial for early outbreak detection and monitoring, despite some accuracy concerns.
  • Successful implementation requires significant health system adaptations, including supply chain and training.
  • Sustained support from Gavi and GTFCC is vital for RDT roll-out and achieving elimination goals.

Conclusions:

  • RDT-driven surveillance can significantly improve cholera burden estimates and intervention effectiveness.
  • Overcoming implementation challenges is key to leveraging RDTs for enhanced cholera control.
  • The integration of RDTs represents a critical advancement towards the 2030 global cholera elimination targets.