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Ministry of Health data shows that since the beginning of the year (2012), 2431 dengue fever cases have been confirmed in Bolivia, with 20 reported deaths due to the infection.
Health authorities also report 8416 suspected dengue cases in this epidemiological period. According to officials, 55% of the cases are concentrated in Santa Cruz department, 23% in Cochabamba, 11% in La Paz, and 9 per cent in Beni (departments). Chuquisaca, Tarija, and Pando register less than 1% of cases.
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.
