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The outbreak of yellow fever in Sudan is now affecting twelve localities in West and South Kordofan states. The affected localities are Lagawa, Kailak, Muglad and Abyei localities in West Kordofan and Elreef Alshargi, Abu Gibaiha, Ghadir, Habila, Kadugli, Altadamon, Talodi and Aliri in South Kordofan.
Between 3 October and 24 November 2013, a total of 44 suspected cases of yellow fever including 14 deaths have been reported. The field investigation carried out revealed that the initial suspected cases were reported among the seasonal workers coming from the eastern states of Sudan who travelled to the state of West Kordofan for work during the month of October. Subsequently suspected cases were also reported amongst the local population of both West and South Kordofan states.
The Ministry of Health is planning to organize a reactive mass vaccination campaign in the affected areas covering the at-risk population in order to prevent the occurrence of new cases.
(Via Global Alert and Response - accesssed 03/12/13)
Advice for Travellers
There is a risk of yellow fever in areas south of the Sahara Desert and vaccination is advised for travellers to these parts (unless contraindicated). There is no risk in the city of Khartoum. Travellers should also take steps to avoid mosquito bites.
