Cholera Vaccine Shortage

SOURCE npr.org
Global cholera vaccine stockpile is empty during outbreaks worldwide, WHO recommends halving vaccine dose to conserve supply.

Key Points

  • Global cholera vaccine stockpile empty
  • WHO recommends halving vaccine dose to stretch supply

Pros

  • WHO recommendation to halve vaccine dose helps conserve supply

Cons

  • Global cholera vaccine stockpile is empty during outbreaks