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Leishmaniasis in Syria

13 February 2013

Since September 2012, 955 cases of cutaneous leishmaniasis have been reported from four governorates of syria: Hamah, Hassaka, rural Damascus and Homs.

(Via ReliefWeb - accessed 13/02/13)

Advice for Travellers

Travellers should take steps to avoid sandfly bites by the use of repellents, clothing, nets etc. Sandflies fly low and bite mainly from dusk to dawn; particular care should be taken to protect ankles and legs when out of doors in the evening.