Global Cholera Crisis Intensifies Amid Vaccine Shortage

The World Health Organization calls for urgent action as cholera cases surge worldwide, highlighting the critical shortage of vaccines and the need for improved water and sanitation.

• Immediate action is needed to address an unprecedented multi-year upsurge in cholera cases, with over 700,000 cases reported in 2023.
• The global cholera vaccine stockpile is under unprecedented pressure due to severe shortages, with demand far exceeding supply.
• Efforts to increase access to clean water, sanitation, and hygiene are essential to combat the spread of cholera.
• Only one manufacturer, EuBiologics, currently produces the cholera vaccine, with production unable to meet the soaring demand.
• Governments, donors, and vaccine manufacturers are urged to fast-track additional production and invest in preventive measures to control the cholera outbreak.

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