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An outbreak of typhoid fever has been reported by the media. As of 11 October 2012, 60 cases of typhoid have been reported in Pomata district and 3 in Juli distrtict of Puno province in the southeast of Peru.
The source of the outbreak is thought to be contaminated drinking water.
(Via RPP Noticias - accessed 17/10/12 (in Spanish))
Advice for Travellers
Typhoid vaccine is usually recommended for all travellers to Peru. Care should also be taken with food, water and personal hygiene.
