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Dengue Fever in Dominican Republic

08 May 2012

A total of 381 cases of dengue fever have been recorded in Dominican Republic. Dengue virus is actively circulating in the provinces of Puerto Plata, Monsenor Nouel, Santo Domingo, Distrito Nacional, Maria Trinidad Sanchez, Espaillat, Valverde and Duarte.

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.