Cholera in Bangladesh
Bangladesh is one of the birthplaces of modern cholera research, home to the ICDDR,B (International Centre for Diarrhoeal Disease Research). Cholera is endemic in the Ganges delta region with biannual seasonal peaks.
Key Statistic
~100,000–300,000 suspected cholera cases per year; the Dhaka metropolitan area has the highest urban burden
Burden & Risk Factors
Two seasonal peaks: April–June (pre-monsoon) and September–November (post-monsoon); correlated with sea surface temperatures
Control & Response
ICDDR,B's Dhaka Hospital treats 100,000+ cholera patients annually and pioneered oral rehydration therapy (ORT) in the 1970s
Prevention
Prevention strategies for Cholera vary by country context. WHO and CDC recommend that travellers and residents in Bangladesh follow current guidance including vaccination where available, vector control measures, and early medical consultation if symptoms develop. Always check your country''s travel health advisory before visiting Bangladesh.