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September 17, 2025Open Access

Cholera in Kenya: a scoping review of current research, evidence gaps and future directions

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KWKevin WamaeJMJohn MagudhaAKAgnetor Kakungu

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Scoping review identifies key challenges and gaps in cholera research in Kenya, suggesting enhanced surveillance and WASH improvements.

Key Points

  • Innovations like molecular tools and rapid diagnostics promise to improve cholera control in Kenya, yet challenges remain.
  • El Nino episodes and drought situations exacerbate cholera outbreaks, particularly in urban informal settlements and refugee camps.
  • The review included 106 peer-reviewed studies after screening 845 records, highlighting several gaps in current research.
  • An integrated multisectoral approach is essential for effective cholera control, focusing on WASH improvements and community engagement.

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Wamae et al. (2025) studied this question.

synapsesocial.com/papers/68d45b1b31b076d99fa5d676https://doi.org/10.1101/2025.09.16.25335755
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