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Promotion of hand hygiene, mask-wearing, and social distancing.

Contact tracing and isolation of confirmed cases.

Closure of non-essential businesses, schools, and public gatherings.

Vaccination drives and booster campaigns to control transmission and reduce the severity of illness.

COVID-19 and your health. (2023, July 6). Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/prevent-getting-sick/prevention.html

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December 2019: Cases of pneumonia of unknown cause reported in Wuhan, China.

January 2020: The World Health Organization (WHO) declares the outbreak a Public Health Emergency of International Concern (PHEIC).

March 2020: COVID-19 declared a global pandemic by the WHO.

March 2020: Implementation of widespread lockdowns, travel bans, and social distancing measures in numerous countries.

April 2020: Development of COVID-19 testing kits and expansion of testing capabilities globally.

May 2020: Introduction of contact tracing apps and digital tools to monitor and control the spread of the virus.

December 2020: Rollout of COVID-19 vaccines begins in several countries, marking the start of vaccination campaigns.

January 2021: Emergence of new variants of the virus, leading to increased concern and adjustments in public health strategies.

June 2021: Gradual easing of restrictions in some regions as vaccination rates increase and case numbers decline.

Ongoing: Continued monitoring of the pandemic situation, adaptation of public health measures, and efforts to address vaccine distribution challenges and vaccine hesitancy.

World Health Organization. (n.d.). Who director-general’s opening remarks at the media briefing on COVID-19 - 11 march 2020. World Health Organization. https://www.who.int/director-general/speeches/detail/who-director-general-s-opening-remarks-at-the-media-briefing-on-covid-19---11-march-2020

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When tainted rice caused an outbreak in Jessore, India, in 1817, the first cholera pandemic ever to emerge from the Ganges Delta was brought about. By traveling through trade routes set up by Europeans, the disease swiftly spread throughout the majority of India, modern-day Myanmar, and contemporary Sri Lanka.

A Hong Kong-bound ship that brought cholera to Manila arrived in March 1902.

Cholera was not ethically or socially selective; its victims included members of the elite, the general public, Filipinos, Americans, Spanish, and Chinese.

4,386 of the approximately 109,461 deaths that occurred during the epidemic occurred in Manila.

Six years after it started, the pandemic ended, most likely as a result of the harsh winter of 1823–1824, which may have destroyed the bacteria that was contaminating water supplies.

Mangahas, M. (2020). Cholera killed 100,000 in 1902-04. https://opinion.inquirer.net/128605/cholera-killed-100000-in-1902-04

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Economic downturn, job losses, and disruptions to businesses and livelihoods.

1. Mental health challenges, including increased rates of anxiety, depression, and stress.

2. Educational disruptions, with school closures and shifts to online learning.

3. Health disparities exacerbated, with marginalized communities disproportionately affected.

4. Delayed healthcare services and impacts on non-COVID medical conditions.

5. Changes in social behavior, including remote work, reduced travel, and increased reliance on technology for communication.

Chiu, N. (2020). Impact of Wearing Masks, Hand Hygiene, and Social Distancing on Influenza, Enterovirus, and All-Cause Pneumonia During the Coronavirus Pandemic: Retrospective National Epidemiological Surveillance Study. Retrieved from:

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7471891/

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Supplying impacted areas with clean water and sanitary facilities.

Giving out intravenous fluids and oral rehydration salts (ORS) to treat dehydration.

Launching campaigns to encourage handwashing and safe food handling techniques.

Tracking the disease's spread and locating new cases through monitoring and surveillance.

Cooperation for resources and support with foreign organizations and humanitarian organizations.

World Health Organization (2023). Cholera. https://www.who.int/news-room/fact-sheets/detail/cholera

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Plan control measures in accordance with the findings of a comprehensive investigation to identify the vehicle and transmission circumstances.

Inform the vulnerable population of the importance of getting the right care as soon as possible.

Ensure a safe water supply by taking emergency action.

Make sure that food and drink preparation is closely supervised.

Department of Health. Victoria, Australia. (2023, December 1). Cholera. https://www.health.vic.gov.au/infectious-diseases/cholera#control-measures-for-cholera

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Reduction of family income

Death

Poverty

Disruption of work-related activities

Schaetti, C., et. al (2013). Comparing sociocultural features of cholera in three endemic African settings. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4016292/#:~:text=The%20social%20impact%20of%20cholera,albeit%20with%20significantly%20differing%20prominences

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Implementation of lockdowns, quarantine measures, and travel restrictions to contain the spread of the virus.

Deployment of healthcare resources, including testing facilities, hospitals, and medical personnel.

Development and implementation of vaccination campaigns to achieve herd immunity.

Economic stimulus packages and support measures to mitigate the socio-economic impact of the pandemic.

De Foo, et. al (2022). COVID-19 public health and social measures: a comprehensive picture of six Asian countries. Retrieved from: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9644075/

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Containment Measures: Governments implemented containment measures such as lockdowns, travel restrictions, and quarantine to control the spread of both diseases.

Vaccination Campaigns: In both cases, vaccination campaigns were crucial components of government responses.

Public Health Measures:

Hygiene Promotion: Both outbreaks emphasized the importance of promoting hygiene practices, including handwashing and sanitation.

Contact Tracing: Governments employed contact tracing methods to identify and isolate cases in both cholera and COVID-19 outbreaks.

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Transmission and Causes:

Cholera: Transmitted primarily through contaminated water and food.

COVID-19: Transmitted through respiratory droplets and, to a lesser extent, through surface contact.

Government Responses:

Cholera: Rapid deployment of clean water, sanitation facilities, and oral rehydration therapy.

COVID-19: Emphasis on social distancing, mask-wearing, and vaccine distribution.

Societal Impacts:

Cholera: Immediate impact on communities with limited access to clean water and sanitation facilities.

COVID-19: Broader societal impacts, including economic downturn, mental health challenges, and disruptions to education.

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Cholera

Effective Measures: Quick provision of clean water and sanitation, along with public awareness campaigns, can effectively control cholera outbreaks.

Challenges: Infrastructure limitations in some regions make implementing these measures challenging.

COVID-19

Effective Measures: Vaccination campaigns, social distancing, and mask-wearing have proven effective in controlling COVID-19 spread.

Challenges: Variability in public compliance, vaccine distribution challenges, and the emergence of new variants pose ongoing challenges.

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Challenges Faced by Public Health Officials

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Challenges Faced by Public Health Officials

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Cholera

Limited Resources: Providing clean water and sanitation facilities can be resource-intensive, especially in low-income areas.

Rapid Response Needed: Immediate response is crucial to prevent widespread outbreaks.

COVID-19

Vaccine Distribution: Ensuring equitable distribution of vaccines globally has been a challenge.

Changing Dynamics: The evolving nature of the virus and the emergence of new variants require adaptive strategies.

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The COVID-19 and cholera pandemics have taught us important lessons about the critical need of prompt, well-coordinated responses to infectious disease outbreaks. We have learned from cholera how important it is to have rapid access to sanitary facilities, clean water, and oral rehydration therapy in order to stop the disease from spreading widely. Both outbreaks have demonstrated the need for flexible approaches and ongoing enhancements to public health protocols, highlighting the significance of drawing lessons from the past to better equip future infectious disease management teams for obstacles.