The first case of the cholera disease, which was eradicated in Bulgaria in 1921, was reported a few days ago.
An Indian migrant returned briefly to his homeland in August.
Upon his return, he experienced symptoms of acute diarrhea and checked into a local hospital. Following laboratory tests, the diagnosis of cholera was confirmed by the National Infectious and Parasitic Diseases Center’s National Laboratory for Particularly Dangerous Bacterial Infections.
Cholera is a highly contagious disease caused by consuming contaminated food or water. It can lead to severe gastrointestinal problems, dehydration, and a high death rate.
Throughout history, cholera has been prevalent in India, with the Ganges River being the main source of infection. The disease spread globally in the early 20th century, leading to numerous epidemics.
Cholera was a significant problem in Bulgaria until the early 1920s, with the last major outbreak occurring between 1914 and 1918, followed by a single case in 1921.
The introduction of water purification and chlorination efforts greatly reduced the occurrence of cholera in Europe. However, the World Health Organization continues to report a significant number of cases due to outbreaks in Africa and South America.
