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The media has reported on the dengue fever situation in Sri Lanka. The health ministry has recorded 30 473 cases of dengue fever and 110 related deaths nationwide since the beginning of the year until mid September (2012).
Colombo district recorded the highest number of cases (6938), followed by Gampaha (5790) and Kalutara districts (2073).
The total number of dengue fever cases recorded for the whole of 2011, was 28 140
(Via The Sunday Times -accessed 17/09/12)
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.
