It is a disease that affects the bowels and untreated . Malnourished and non - infected people are at a high risk for death if infected . CNN compiles some crucial cholera facts : . Cholera is transmitted through contaminated water and food sources .
It is a disease that affects the bowels and untreated . Malnourished and non - infected people are at a high risk for death if infected . Cholera is transmitted through contaminated water and food sources .