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A new outbreak of cholera has been reported by the Public Health Ministry. The outbreak which was first identified on 6 January 2013, is taking place in the capital of Havana. As of 15 January, 51 confirmed cases have been recorded.
(Via Fox News - accessed 17/01/13)
The Foreign and Commonwealth Office has highlighted the outbreak on the Cuba Travel Advice page of the website. They are strongly advising UK nationals to monitor local reporting, take sensible precautions regarding water, food and personal hygiene and seek immediate medical attention if suffering from diarrhoea.
Advice for Travellers
Cholera is a low risk for the average traveller to Cuba, however a good standard of food and water safety and personal hygiene should be maintained.
Travellers to outbreak areas who will be mixing closely with the local population and cannot ensure safe drinking water can be immunised against cholera.
