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Dengue Fever in Nepal (Update)

13 November 2013

As of 4 Nov 2013, Ratnanagar, Chitwan district in the western part of Narayani Zone in central south Nepal has recorded 150 cases of dengue fever since mid-June 2013. In the last 16 days, 71 cases have been recorded.

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.