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Globally, cholera epidemics continue to challenge disease control.
Chlorine tablets are often a good choice for water treatment in emergencies because they are widely available, cost-effective, easil
Chlorine tablets are commonly distributed for household water treatment in emergencies.
In August 2015, an outbreak of cholera was reported in Tanzania.
Background In October 2010, Haiti was struck by a large-scale cholera epidemic.
Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) interventions are key to reducing the burden of disease associated with outbreaks, and are com
There are increasing numbers of people affected by natural disasters, disease outbreaks, and conflict.
Water, sanitation, and hygiene are one part of a cholera control strategy.
Clean water provision is a critical component of emergency response, and chlorination is widely used in emergencies to treat water.