According to Colombia’s Ministry of Health, more than 5,000 cases of dengue fever, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since January 2012, primarily from Caqueta, Huila, Meta, Norte de Santender, Santender, Tolima, and Valle del Cauca departments. Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.
Since February 2013 French Polynesia’s Ministry of Health has documented 437 cases of Dengue Fever in Tahiti, 158 cases in Moorea, 20 cases in Bora Bora and 33 cases in Atoll Rangiroa. Travellers are advised to practice day time insect precautions. To learn more about Dengue fever and what you can do to protect yourself…
Russia: A state of emergency in eastern Russia (Amurskaya OBlast and Jhabarovskiy Kray) has been declared due flooding as a result of heavy rain fall; residents have been evacuated. Travellers are advised to monitor the situation through local media and to avoid affected areas; disruption of transportation should be expected. Phillipines: Flooding on the island of…
According to European health authorities, 204 cases of tick-borne encephalitis (TBE), an increase over the average incidence, have been reported in the southern counties since January 2011. Counties reporting the highest incidence are Sodermanland, Stockholm, and Uppsala. TBE vaccine, available in Europe and Canada, is recommended for travelers involved in extensive outdoor activities in rural,…
According to Singapore’s Ministry of Heath, the average incidence of dengue fever cases over the year have increased. There have been more than 1900 cases of dengue reported in Singapore so far this year. Travellers are advised to practise daytime insect precautions. For further information please see our page on Dengue Fever
A 6.3-magnitude earthquake and subsequent aftershocks occurred near Christchurch on February 22, 2011. Casualties have been reported. Property and infrastructure damage is extensive, and aftershocks are likely to continue. Transportation, telecommunications, and basic services may be disrupted. Travelers should avoid affected areas and monitor the situation through local media.
Antibiotic Awareness week is November 17-23rd. The goal is to remind health care workers and patients the importance if using antibiotics responsibly and as prescribed. It also serves as a challenge and goal to Canadians as there are increasing risks posed by antibiotic resistance. For further information please visit the website coordinated by numerous…