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Globally, cholera epidemics continue to challenge disease control.
In August 2015, an outbreak of cholera was reported in Tanzania.
Background. Water, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH) are immediate priorities for human survival and dignity in emergencies.
To provide safe drinking water and reduce the risk of disease, emergency responders in southern Syria are implementing a multilevel
Household water treatment (HWTS) methods, such as boiling or chlorination, have long been recommended in emergencies.