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An outbreak of acute haemorrhagic conjunctivitis (AHC) has been reported in Mayotte (a French territory in the Indian Ocean). An imported case has also been identified in France in a traveller who returned from the neighbouring island of Comoros.
Virologists in France have documented the case as caused by an enterovirus and further investigation is ongoing.
Advice for Travellers
AHC is a highly contagious viral infection, commonly found in tropical areas. There is no specific treatment. Infection is transmitted by direct or indirect contact with discharge from infected eyes, poorly chlorinated swimming pools and respiratory droplets. Large epidemics of AHC are often associated with overcrowding and poor hygienic conditions.
Travellers must maintain a good standard of personal hygiene whilst in tropical areas, including the use of non-shared towels. Travellers should be aware of the risk of infection if using poorly chlorinated swimming pools.
