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Dengue Fever: Kenya : Solomon Islands

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Kenya:

According to press sources, since March 2013, 10 suspected cases of Dengue Fever have been reported in Mombasa.

Solomon Islands:

Since January 2013, international health authorities have reported approximately 2,000 cases of dengue fever primarily from Honiara.

Travellers should seek a consultation with a travel health provider 4-6 weeks before travel.  As there is no vaccine it is important to learn about daytime insect precautions for protection against Dengue Fever.

For more information please see our page protection against insect bites.

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