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 workers only. Extreme care in hygiene and food habits is essential, and oral rehydration salts are important in case of severe diarrhea.
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.
According to press sources, The Bahamas’ Ministry of Health has reported approximately 200 cases of dengue fever, a significant increase over the average incidence, since May 2011. Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.
The first 2 locally confirmed and acquired cases have been reported according to Nicaragua’s Ministry of Health. To date there have been 26 imported cases reported. Chikungunya fever is spread through the bite of an infected mosquito. Travellers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions. Travellers should seek travel health advice 4-6 weeks prior to departure…
FDA has approved a broadened age range for herpes zoster vaccine (Zostavax; Merck) to include all persons aged 50 years and older (previously 60 years and older).
Heavy rain has caused localized flooding and landslides. Travelers should expect transportation disruption and monitor the situation through local media.
On Dec 02, 2014 The World Health Organization officially declared Spain Ebola free. The country is commended for its diligence in identifying potential cases and preventing further transmission of the virus. The transmission began in October with a health care worker who was providing medical care to a person with Ebola from Sierra Leone in La Paz-Carlos…