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Dengue fever is an ongoing problem in Ecuador. The Ministry of Health has recorded 6170 dengue fever cases since the beginning of the year (2012). Dengue fever is being reported from 24 provinces of the country and this compares with 17 provinces in 2011. The worst affected provinces are: Guayas (1741 cases), Manabi (1471 cases), Los Rios (1132 cases) and El Oro (779 cases). Four cases of dengue fever have been reported in the Galapagos Islands.
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.
