Cholera outbreak in Haiti

When I read stories such as this, it makes me think twice about what we take for granted.  In Haiti, there is a cholera outbreak according to the CDC.  Cholera is an infectious disease that is caused by a bacteria and is basically transmitted through unclean water and food.  I remember as a kid my grandpa used to talk about cholera and how many people he saw get sick and die from it as his family was migrating from Germany to the United States.  I think that is why this story piqued my interest, because of my grandpa's experience. I would recommend anyone traveling outside of the United States to consult with a travel health clinic or physician to reduce risks of acquiring diseases that are prevalent in other countries.  Sometimes vaccinations are recommended before traveling to certain countries, other suggestions might be to bring own water or boiling the water before drinking.