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.
According to French health authorities, the Seychelles’ Ministry of Health has reported 1 confirmed case and 23 suspected cases of chikungunya in Mahe so far this year. These are the first reported cases in Seychelles since 2007. Chikungunya is an arboviral infection, transmitted by mosquitoes. Travelers are advised to practice daytime and nighttime insect precautions.
Violent demonstrations have been occurring in cities throughout Syria, including Damascus and Deraa. Casualties have been reported. Further demonstrations are possible. Travelers should avoid large crowds and demonstrations and monitor the situation through local media.
Authorities in Japan have declared a nuclear emergency following the loss of power to ten nuclear reactor units in three separate nuclear power plants (Onagawa, Fukushima Daiichi and Fukiushima Daini). The cooling systems at both Daiichi and Daini experienced problems. Daiichi experienced explosions in three units (Nos. 1, 2 and 3) and a fire has…
According to local health authorities, more than 200 cases of typhoid have been reported in Harare since October 2011. Typhoid vaccination is recommended for all travelers to Zimbabwe. Extreme food and water precautions are recommended.
There are many reasons why people choose to not be vaccinated against the flu, despite yearly recommendations. The National Advisory Committee on Immunization recommends anyone over the age of 6 months receive the flu vaccine. This is particularly important for health care workers and volunteers, those caring for elderly or small children, travelers, pregnant women and those frequently…
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…