According to the European Center for Disease Control, the first report of dengue fever continues, there are now 37 confirmed cases of dengue fever on the island of Madeira (there are also 262 probable cases).
For further information please see previous post Dengue Fever: Madeira
According to Cameroon’s Ministry of Health, more than 10,000 cases of cholera have been reported so far this year. Areas most affected are the Sud-Ouest, Littoral, Ouest, and Centre regions. An outbreak has been ongoing since May 2010. Cholera vaccine, available in many countries, but not in the U.S., is recommended for aid and refugee…
Since November 2012, acccording to European health authorities, there has been a significant increase in Hepatitis A cases in people travelling to Egypt. There have been a total of 80 cases reported. Travellers are advised to practice safe hygiene, food and water practices while travelling. See our page: food and water safety There is a vaccine to…
A 7.4-magnitude earthquake struck the southern state of Guerrero on March 20, 2012, and was felt in Mexico City. Damage to buildings has been reported near the epicenter, but minimal damage was reported elsewhere. Travelers should avoid affected areas and monitor the situation through local media.
Renewed clashes between Thai and Cambodian troops have been reported in February 2011 near the Preah Vihear temple, a disputed border area. Casualties have been reported. Violent clashes could occur at any time. Travelers should avoid this area.
On September 7, 2011, a bomb exploded outside the New Delhi High Court, resulting in casualties. Security measures are in place throughout the city. Travelers should avoid the affected area and monitor the situation through local media.
Bucket-list travel dreams cause health-care dilemmas for seniors Tom Blackwell Jul 22, 2011 – 8:00 AM ET | Last Updated: Jul 21, 2011 9:07 PM ET With plenty of spare cash and a wanderlust like no previous generation, a tide of elderly Canadians is set to take over the foreign travel market — and in doing…