DISEASES PART IV BS 6

CHOLERA

Cholera is one of the most deadly disease in the country. It has claimed many lives especially in the rural areas. It is mostly common in dirty environment.j

CAUSES OF CHOLERA

Cholera is caused by a bacteria called ( vibrio cholera ). This happens when a person eats contaminated food and drinks contaminated water.

SYMPTOMS OF CHOLERA

1. Severe  diarrhoea 2. Vomiting
3. Dehydration

PREVENTION OF CHOLERA

1. Drinking treated water.
2. Keeping the environment clean.
3. Use of antibiotic drugs
4. Immunization
5. Avoid eating cold food.
6. Proper disposal of faeces.

ASSIGNMENT

Mention five ways of preventing cholera.