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Nationally, health authorities report 2338 cases of dengue fever, more than in last year (2011), which reached 938. Dengue haemorrhagic fever (DHF) cases have increased also, with 848 reported currently, when in 2011 there were 146 DHF cases registered.
Advice for Travellers
Mexico is a popular tourist destination and travellers should be made aware of the risk of dengue fever. 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.
