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Dengue Fever in Jamaica

19 June 2012

The Ministry of Health has reported a spike in the number of dengue fever cases, although this is considered to be normal for the time of year and is not at an outbreak level. Several cases have been reported from Kingston and St Andrew and two other parishes.

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.