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Dengue Fever in Peru

16 October 2012

As of 14 October 2012, a total of 19 041 cases of dengue fever, 144 cases of dengue haemorrhagic fever and 26 deaths have been recorded nationally in Peru. The worst affected regions are: Loreto (3473 cases), Cajamarca (3380 cases), Ucayali (3452 cases) and San Martin (2096 cases).

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.