Demonstrations have been occurring in China since February 2011. There have been reports of foreign journalists being attacked and detained. Further demonstrations are scheduled. Travelers should avoid large crowds and demonstrations and monitor the situation through local media.
Reported heavy rain has cause flooding throughout Austria, Czech Republic and Germany. Casualties have been reported. Travellers should monitor the situation through local media, expect delays in transit and avoid affected areas.
According to the Brazilian Ministry of Health, a significant increase over the average incidence of dengue fever cases has been reported so far this year in the states of Parana (9,562 cases), Amazonas (10,387 cases), Rio de Janeiro (3,582 cases), and Rio Grande do Norte (1,270 cases). Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.
Since late January 2015, the Public Health Agency of Canada has confirmed 139 cases of measles. This is a significant increase over the average incidence rate. Cases have been primarily reported from a non-immunizing religious community in Lanaudiere Region, Quebec. A case has been linked to the outbreak in Disneland (Anaheim, California). Eighteen cases…
Nova Travel Medicine and Immunization Clinic offers many occupational vaccines and services such as TB testing and the flu shot. TB Testing is 35.00 and booked by appointment only. Please contact the office today to ensure you are ready for work or school! What is a TB test? A tuberculin test is the first test…
The Hajj or Umrah this year, 2018, will be on August 19 – August 24. For those planning a trip to Saudi Arabia here are a few helpful informative travel links to keep you safe and healthy. Visit your local travel clinic for more information! Click on the links below: Prepare for a healthy Hajj…
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…