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The dengue fever season in Cambodia usually begins with the onset of the rainy season in May and continues until October.
Between January and October 2012, a 163% increase in the number of dengue fever cases was recorded, compared with the same time period of 2011. A total of 39 290 cases have been recorded in 2012, with a total of 170 dengue related deaths (a 154% increase in deaths compared with 2011).
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.
