Cholera in conflict: outbreak analysis and response lessons from Gadaref state, Sudan (2023-2024).

Background: Cholera is an acute, severe, illness caused by infection with Vibrio cholerae. Cholera outbreaks are closely linked to armed conflicts and humanitarian emergencies. This study describes the cholera outbreak amidst conflict in Gadaref state, discusses the possible factors mediated its spread and proposes future improvements in preparedness and response measures.

Multistate cholera outbreak in Sudan amids ongoing armed conflict, 2023-2024.

Background: In 2023, Sudan experienced a major cholera outbreak affecting 10 states amidst armed conflict that severely disrupted health services.

Objectives: This study aimed to describe the magnitude and pattern of the cholera outbreak in Sudan amidst the armed conflict and provide timely insights.

Methods: This was a retrospective record-based descriptive (cross-sectional) study.