FAQs
What is Cholera?
Cholera is an infection of the small intestine resulting from food or water contaminated with the germ Vibrio cholera.
What are the symptoms of Cholera?
Symptoms vary from mild to serve and include dehydration, abdominal cramps, dry mouth, skin and eyes, nausea, sleepiness, vomiting and watery diarrhea. Complications include severe dehydration and death.
Where is it common?
Cholera is common in areas with poor sanitary conditions such as:- Africa
- Asia
- India
- Mexico
- South and Central America
Who needs to get Cholera vaccine?
The vaccine is not recommended for most travelers. Even if vaccinated, always take precautions with food and water while traveling.
Cholera vaccine
Cholera vaccine comes in dosage forms of suspension and injectable. It provides 25-50% protection. You should get vaccinated prior to your trip and if you will be staying in parts of the world where cholera is a problem, then you should get a repeat dose of the vaccine every six months.
Treatment
Luckily enough, Cholera is an easy, treatable disease. Treatments include replacing fluids with oral rehydration salts, which can be done by mouth or through a vein, as well as antibiotics and zinc supplements.
Where can travelers get vaccinated for cholera in New York City?
Our certified Midtown Manhattan Travel clinic offers polio vaccination safely and promptly.
Please contact us today at (212) 696 5900 to ensure your travel safety.
For more information please go to: http://ww.cdc.gov/vaccines/pubs/vis/downloads/vis-IPV.pdf





