CHOLERA IN KENYA

What is Cholera?

Cholera is a bacterial disease, typically from infected water supplies.

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Statistics

• 4,700 cases reported in Kenya in the past month
• 119 people died in Kenya, March 2014
• 80% of cases can be fatal
• There is an estimated 3-5 million cholera cases per year

Statistics

• About 80% of people don't show symptoms
• Up to 80% of cases can be treated with oral rehydration salts
• There are 100,000-120,000 deaths per year in Africa from cholera

INTERESTING FACTS

• Once an outbreak is detected it is important to focus on treatment
• If left untreated cholera can kill within hours
• Since 1971 cholera currency has risen and fallen in Kenya
• Its a global threat to public health
• Its a key indicator to lack of social development

Interesting Facts

• Cholera is a disease caused by the Bacterium Vibrio
• People with low immune systems are more likely to be infected
• For 7-14 days the bacteria in the feces goes back into the environment

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WHY YOU SHOULD CARE

• It can affect all of the population
• It is a very curable disease
• It is deadly, yet treatable

LET'S KILL CHOLERA!

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