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On the 25 August 2016 the Greek Ministry of Health (GMoH) issued a press release in response to media reports regarding 12 districts in Greece that have banned blood donation because of malaria.
The GMoH acknowledged that there have been 4 autochthonous malaria cases this year, stating that these cases were sporadic. In response the GMoH advised that improved coordination of insecticidal spraying of mosquito breeding sites should help prevent further spread of disease.
(Via Greek Ministry of Health [translated] - accessed 30/08/16)
Avoidance of mosquito bites should always be considered as the first line of defence against malaria and other mosquito-borne infections, travellers should therefore take steps to avoid mosquito bites.
