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Cholera prevention and control in refugee settings: Successes and continued challenges.

Authors :
Shannon, Kerry
Hast, Marisa
Azman, Andrew S.
Legros, Dominique
McKay, Heather
Lessler, Justin
Source :
PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases; 6/20/2019, Vol. 13 Issue 6, p1-11, 11p
Publication Year :
2019

Abstract

The article offers information on the prevention of Cholera and control in refugee settings. Topics discussed Cholera is considered as a serious threat for refugee populations; mentions the humanitarian community developed the sphere standards for the living conditions and availability of health services in refugee camps; and highlights several historic outbreaks in refugee camps.

Subjects

Subjects :
CHOLERA
RED Cross & Red Crescent

Details

Language :
English
ISSN :
19352727
Volume :
13
Issue :
6
Database :
Complementary Index
Journal :
PLoS Neglected Tropical Diseases
Publication Type :
Academic Journal
Accession number :
137084471
Full Text :
https://doi.org/10.1371/journal.pntd.0007347