According to Malaysia’s Ministry of Health, 22 confirmed (plus 29 suspected) cases of chikungunya have been reported in travelers to Pangkor Island near Perak State since January 2012. Chikungunya is an arboviral infection, transmitted by mosquitoes. Travelers are advised to practice daytime and nighttime insect precautions.
On September 7, 2011, a bomb exploded outside the New Delhi High Court, resulting in casualties. Security measures are in place throughout the city. Travelers should avoid the affected area and monitor the situation through local media.
Link to recent PBS video on ” Vaccines-Calling the Shots“, which examines vaccinations and the return of preventable diseases and the risks associated with opting to not vaccinate children.
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…
The first cholera outbreak in Cuba was reported in July 2012 by Cuban health authorities. Since Hurricane Sandy in October 2012, press sources have reported hundreds of cases of cholera throughout the country. Cholera vaccine is available in many countries, excluding the US, but is not currently recommended for travelers. Travelers are advised to use…
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.
Nova Travel Medicine & Immunization Clinic offers the shingles (zostavax) vaccine. Help protect yourself and get vaccinated, contact us today to book your appointment! If you have had chickenpox you are at risk for shingles. As you get older your immune system weakens and increases your chance of developing shingles. Did you know? 1…