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Dengue Fever in Ecuador (Update)

30 November 2012

As of 12 Nov 2012, 16,442 cases of dengue fever with 23 deaths have been reported in 24 provinces. Manabi on the west coast of Ecuador was the most affected province.

(Via ReliefWeb (in Spanish) - accessed 30/11/12)

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.