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Zika Virus Infection in Philippines (Update)

28 September 2016

The Philippines Department of Health reported 3 new Zika cases to the list of confirmed cases in the country for 2016. There now a total of 12 cases (8 are female). Ten of these cases were from Western Visayas and one each from Central Visayas and the Metro Manilla (National Capital) Region. Among cases from  Western Visayas, 9 were from Iloilo City and 1 from Oton.

(Via Philippines DOH - accessed 28/09/16)

Advice to Travellers

All Travellers

  • Mosquito bite avoidance is strongly recommended.
  • Advised to seek travel advice from a healthcare provider at least 6-8 weeks in advance of travel, but particularly important if pregnant or planning pregnancy.
  • Strongly advised to obtain adequate travel insurance – pregnant women should check with their travel insurance company that they are covered under the policy.
  • Take measures to avoid sexual transmission of ZIKV

Specific recommendations for pregnant women

 

  • Until the link between ZIKV and adverse pregnancy outcomes has been fully clarified pregnant women should:

    • Postpone non-essential travel to High risk country/territory/areas.
    • On return, early obstetric review is recommended even if well.
    • More detailed advice can be found here

Specific recommendations for other travellers

Including women at risk of becoming pregnant, planning pregnancy, and their male partners. Further information and more detailed advice can be found on the TRAVAX ZIKV Infection page

Further Resources