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Dengue Fever in Singapore

12 June 2012

Two areas of Singapore have been affected by a spate of dengue fever infections. Since 12 Apr (2012), 53 people living in Ang Mo Kio (north east region), Avenues 5 and 10 have caught the viral infection. The cases are from 19 housing blocks in the area.

The National Environment Agency report that the outbreak is the largest so far this year (2012).

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.