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Dengue Fever in Paraguay

15 February 2012

A total of 265 confirmed cases of dengue fever have been reported in Paraguay so far this year (2012), of those, 171 were recorded last week. Around 932 individuals have attended hospital with symptoms of dengue fever in 2012, and 500 of those are considered to be suspected cases.

The capital and surrounding cities are the worst affected areas with 183 confirmed cases, followed by the departments of Concepcion, Alto Palo, Amambay, Paraguari, Cordillerea and Central.

Advice for Travellers

Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, by covering up with clothing, the use of bite avoidance measures such as repellent and bed nets is advised. Elimination of breeding sites around hotel rooms/houses is advised for longer term stays.