Cholera: meaning, definitions and examples
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cholera
[ หkษlษrษ ]
disease outbreak
Cholera is an infectious disease characterized by severe diarrhea and dehydration, caused by the bacterium Vibrio cholerae. It is typically contracted through the consumption of contaminated food or water. The disease can spread rapidly in areas with poor sanitation and inadequate access to clean drinking water. If untreated, cholera can lead to serious health complications and even death within hours. Proper sanitation, hygiene practices, and access to clean water are vital in preventing cholera outbreaks.
Synonyms
bacterial disease, infection
Examples of usage
- The cholera outbreak affected thousands of people in the region.
- She traveled to an area with a history of cholera cases.
- The government implemented measures to control the cholera spread.
- Vaccination can help reduce the risk of cholera in vulnerable populations.
Translations
Translations of the word "cholera" in other languages:
๐ต๐น cรณlera
๐ฎ๐ณ เคเฅเคฒเฅเคฐเคพ
๐ฉ๐ช Cholera
๐ฎ๐ฉ kolera
๐บ๐ฆ ั ะพะปะตัะฐ
๐ต๐ฑ cholera
๐ฏ๐ต ใณใฌใฉ
๐ซ๐ท cholรฉra
๐ช๐ธ cรณlera
๐น๐ท kolera
๐ฐ๐ท ์ฝ๋ ๋ผ
๐ธ๐ฆ ุงูููููุฑุง
๐จ๐ฟ cholera
๐ธ๐ฐ cholera
๐จ๐ณ ้ไนฑ
๐ธ๐ฎ kolera
๐ฎ๐ธ kรณlera
๐ฐ๐ฟ ั ะพะปะตัะฐ
๐ฌ๐ช แฅแแแแ แ
๐ฆ๐ฟ xolera
๐ฒ๐ฝ cรณlera
Etymology
The term โcholeraโ originates from the Greek word 'chole', which means bile, and 'era', which indicates a condition. The disease has been known since ancient times, with records of cholera-like symptoms found in texts from ancient India. The first recognized cholera pandemic occurred in the early 19th century, spreading from India to parts of Asia, Europe, and North America. This epidemic brought significant attention to public health and sanitation practices. Over the years, cholera has been the subject of much research, leading to the development of vaccines and improved treatment methods. Despite advancements, cholera continues to pose a threat in areas lacking proper sanitation and clean water, underscoring the importance of ongoing public health efforts.