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Dengue Fever in Sri Lanka

03 January 2013

As of 23 December 2012, a total of 42 457 cases of dengue fever have been reported in Sri Lanka and new cases are increasing. The worst affected district is Colombo with 9588 cases of dengue fever.

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.