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The ongoing outbreak of dengue fever in Laos is reported as the worst ever in the country's history. Almost 50 000 cases (including 92 deaths) have been reported and all 17 provinces of Laos are affected.
The number of cases in 2013, is 11 times higher than 2012. The reason for this is unclear, health officials suspect that irregular rainfall may be partly responsible. In a normal year, heavy rains from August to October help wash away larva and flush out breeding areas, reducing the number of mosquitoes. These rains have yet to arrive this year.
(Via ReliefWeb - accessed 17/09/13)
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.
