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The outbreak has now affected 17 localities in Central, South, West and North Darfur.
As of 5 November 2012, 194 suspected cases have been reported, including 67 deaths (case fatality rate of 34.5%). Reports were received since the last week of September 2012 from the districts of Zalingei, Nertity, Wadisalih, Azoom, Mukjer, Nyala, Kass, Kubum, Sharq ALgabal, Mershing, Rehaid Albirdy, Genaina, Kernik, Baidha, Habila, Saraf Omra and Alseraif.
Surveillance shows that 83.3% of the reported cases are from Central Darfur, 7.2% are from South Darfur, 7.2% are from West Darfur and 2.3% are from North Darfur.
(Via ReliefWeb - accessed 07/11/12)
Advice for Travellers
There is a risk of yellow fever in areas south of the Sahara Desert and vaccination is advised for travellers to these parts (unless contraindicated). Darfur is a large region in the west of Sudan, most of which lies south of the Sahara Desert. Travellers should also take steps to avoid mosquito bites.
