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World Health Organization report that from 1 January 2022 until 27 September 2022, Pakistan have reported 25,932 confirmed cases of dengue fever with 62 deaths. 74% of the cases were reported in the month of September. Dengue is endemic in Pakistan but the recent flood crisis that began in mid-June has resulted in a surge in cases.
Dengue fever is an infection found in tropical and subtropical climates worldwide. It is spread by Aedes mosquito bites and can cause a severe flu-like illness.
There is no vaccine against dengue licensed in the UK. Treatment is supportive only.
All travellers to Pakistan are potentially at risk of dengue fever and should be aware of this infection. Aedes mosquitoes are particularly persistent and aggressive. They bite between dawn and dusk.
Travellers developing a fever during or on return from travel are advised to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
For further information see TRAVAX dengue fever page.
For information on other potential health risks associated with the flooding in Pakistan, please see the outbreak alert posted 2 September 2022.
