As of April 14, 2013 a total of 60 cases, including 13 deaths, of influenza A (H7N9) have been laboratory confirmed in mainland China.
The cases are spread over 6 provinces: Beijing (1 case, 0 deaths), Shanghai (24 cases, 9 deaths), Jiangsu (16 cases, 1 death), Zheijiang (15 cases, 2 deaths), Anhui ( 2 cases, 1 death) and Henan ( 2 cases, 0 deaths).
There is currently no known risk of human to human transmission.
FDA has approved a broadened age range for herpes zoster vaccine (Zostavax; Merck) to include all persons aged 50 years and older (previously 60 years and older).
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…
The first human cases of avian influenza A (H7N9) have been reported in China. According to the Center for Disease Control in China there have now been 16 confirmed cases of the infection including 6 deaths. The infection has been reported from the provinces of Shanghai, Jiangsu, Anhui, and Zhejiang. These cases were likely caused…
Demonstrations have been occurring in Bahrain throughout January 2012, with some resulting in violence. Additional demonstrations are possible. Travelers should avoid large crowds and demonstrations and monitor the situation through local media.
An outbreak of rabies in dogs has been ongoing in Bali, Indonesia, since November 2008. As of November 1, 2011, more than 100 people have died from rabies in Bali since the outbreak began. Human and animal rabies cases have been confirmed near popular tourist destinations throughout the island. Efforts, including vaccinating dogs for rabies,…
Heavy rains are causing severe flooding along the Mekong Delta. Travelers should expect transportation disruption, avoid affected areas, and monitor the situation through local media.