Cholera Outbreak

Current Context : Recently, a cholera outbreak in Jajpur, Odisha, in June 2025 has resulted in 5 deaths and around 500 hospitalisations, prompting deployment of a 14‑member central medical team for containment.

About Cholera

• Cause: Bacterium Vibrio cholerae, typically through contaminated water or food.
• Symptoms: Profuse watery diarrhoea, vomiting, rapid dehydration; can be fatal within hours if untreated.
• Transmission: Fecal‑oral route; even asymptomatic carriers can spread infection.
• Preventive Measures:
  • Boiled/treated drinking water; chlorination of wells and hand‑pumps.
  • Health education on sanitation and hygiene.
  • Vaccination (where available) in high‑risk areas.