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Dengue Fever in Bolivia (Update)

02 April 2013

As of 25 March 2013, more than 6200 suspected cases of dengue fever have been recorded nationwide. Of those, 1330 have been laboratory confirmed. The worst affected department is Beni in the northeast of the country.

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.