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The number of new cases of dengue fever is beginning to decline in Costa Rica's worst ever dengue outbreak. As of 11 October 2013, 45 510 cases have been recorded, of those, 5219 have required admission to hospital for treatment.
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.