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An outbreak of dengue fever has been reported in a prefecture of southwest China's Yunnan Province. The number of confirmed dengue fever cases stands at 123.
The total number of cases includes four cases originating outside the province. There have been no serious cases or deaths since the outbreak was first reported in the area on 15 August 2013, according to health authorities in the Dai Autonomous Prefecture of Xishuangbanna.
Provincial health authorities have dispatched experts to the prefecture to help control the outbreak. Local government has also organized local residents to minimise mosquito breeding sites to help control the outbreak.
(Via Global Times - accessed 22/08/12)
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.
