According to Mexico’s Ministry of Health, more than 2,400 confirmed cases of dengue fever, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported primarily in Merida, Yucatan, the majority since September 2011. Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.
According to press sources, The Bahamas’ Ministry of Health has reported approximately 200 cases of dengue fever, a significant increase over the average incidence, since May 2011. Travelers are advised to practice daytime insect precautions.
According to Australia’s Northern Territory Department of Health, a record 54 cases of melioidosis have been reported in the northern part of the Northern Territory since October 2011. Melioidosis is caused by the soil-dwelling bacteria Burkholderia pseudomallei. B. pseudomallei enter the body via breaks in the skin or via inhalation of dust or droplets. Travelers…
Planning a trip to Cusco or other high altitude places? Here are some tips: Altitude can possibly improve sleep apnea depending if you have central or obstructive sleep apnea. It is best to consult with your doctor. CPAP machine: * can be powered by batteries so bring extras * solar reliant chargers/batteries are helpful for…
The World Health Organization has declared the recent spread of polio an international public health emergency. Recommendations have been made to prevent any further spread of the virus. Countries of concern include: Afghanistan, Cameroon, Equatorial Guinea, Ethiopia, Iraq, Israel, Nigeria, Pakistan, Somalia and Syria; recommendations apply to residents and long term visitors. The situation will be closely…
Guangdong Province’s Department of Health has reported more than 13,400 cases of dengue fever so far this year primarily in the city of Guangzhou; the outbreak has yet to peak. Travellers are recommended to practice daytime insect precautions. There is no vaccine to prevent dengue fever. Dengue fever mosquito’s are day time biters. Travellers are…
Outbreaks caused by four types of the dengue fever virus have increased in the past 25 years. About 40% of the world’s population lives in areas where there is a risk of dengue fever. Dengue fever is the most common viral disease spread to humans by mosquitoes. It can cause severe flu-like symptoms. In some…