OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against non-essential travel to Egypt due to the unpredictable security situation, high levels of criminal activity and the threat of terrorist attacks. Civil unrest and demonstrations have occurred in many parts of Egypt since January 23, 2011, and some have turned violent. Although the security situation…
According to South Australia’s Department of Health, approximately 350 combined cases of Ross River fever and Barmah Forest fever, a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported across South Australia since January 2011, primarily in peri-urban areas of Adelaide, Murray Bridge, Barmera, Loxton, and Waikerie. After an acute febrile illness joint pain may persist…
Presidential and parliamentary elections are scheduled for February 18, 2011; local government elections are scheduled for late February and early March 2011. Travelers should avoid all election rallies, protests, and demonstrations. There is an increased possibility of attacks by militant groups during this time.
OFFICIAL WARNING: Foreign Affairs and International Trade Canada advises against all travel to Egypt due to demonstrations and protests, civil unrest, high levels of criminal activity and violence throughout the country, and the threat of terrorist attacks. Civil unrest and violent demonstrations have been occurring in many parts of Egypt since January 23, 2011. There…
In response to political violence in North Bengal, including Darjeeling, an indefinite strike has been called, starting February 9, 2011. Transportation and basic services may be disrupted. Strikes have been intermittent throughout 2011. Travelers are advised to exercise caution and seek local advice before traveling to these areas.
Gibney KB, Fischer M, Prince HE, et al. Chikungunya Fever in the United States: A Fifteen Year Review of Cases. Clin Infect Dis. March 1, 2011. Vol 52 (5): e121-e136. doi:10.1093/cid/ciq214. CONCLUSIONS: Chikungunya fever has become an important viral infection of travelers since the explosive epidemic in South Asia and the islands of the Indian…
21 January 2011 Nairobi — A mandatory yellow fever jab for travellers within East Africa was ordered yesterday to contain an outbreak of the disease in Uganda. Tanzania’s Health minister Dr Hadji Mponda said efforts are being made to establish vaccination centres at all border posts following a meeting of the region’s health ministers in…
Travel Health Notice An increased number of pertussis cases (also called whooping cough) has been reported in California and in the state of New York, in particular Jefferson County. Pertussis cases occur around the world, including in Canada. Pertussis is a highly contagious disease that causes coughing spells which can last for four to six weeks….
Travel Health Notice The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the neighbouring country of Haiti. Haiti has been experiencing an outbreak of cholera. There are confirmed cases of cholera in Dominican Republic. In response, the government of Dominican Republic has a national plan aimed at preventing and controlling cholera outbreak in the country. This…
Travel Health Notice The Dominican Republic shares the island of Hispaniola with the neighbouring country of Haiti. Haiti has been experiencing an outbreak of cholera. There are confirmed cases of cholera in Dominican Republic. In response, the government of Dominican Republic has a national plan aimed at preventing and controlling cholera outbreak in the country. This…