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Dengue Fever in Sri Lanka (Update)

22 November 2011

The Health Ministry has reported a total of 22 244 cases of dengue fever countrywide so far in 2011. The total number of dengue fever related deaths for the same time period is 151. July of this year reported the highest number of cases. Around 5756 dengue fever cases were reported from Western province.

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.