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During the first three months of 2012, 1393 cases of dengue fever and 8 related deaths have been recorded in Cambodia. This denotes an increase of around 1000 cases compared with the same time period of 2011, when 339 cases and 4 deaths were recorded.
The Ministry of Health is preparing for an epidemic year in Cambodia as dengue fever outbreaks have been known to occur in 5 yearly cycles. In 2007, a dengue fever outbreak resulted in 40 000 cases with more than 400 related deaths (mostly among children).
Dengue fever awareness campaigns are underway. The campaign will focus on distributing insecticide to 10 provinces that are at higher risk of dengue fever, including Siem Reap, Preah Sihanouk, Kandal, and Phnom Penh.
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.
