Over 470,000 cases of cholera were reported in Haiti in the two years following the 2010 earthquake. Which of the following was the most likely mode of transmission?

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Cholera is primarily transmitted through contaminated water or food. In the case of Haiti, it was likely contaminated water due to inadequate sanitation and hygiene practices following the earthquake. Mosquitoes and aerosols are not known to transmit cholera, and while contact with infected individuals can contribute to the spread of the disease, it is not the primary mode of transmission. Contaminated milk is also not a significant mode of transmission for cholera.

Over 470,000 Cases of Cholera Were Reported in Haiti in the Two