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Dengue Fever in Paraguay (Update)

11 June 2013

Dengue fever is an ongoing problem in Paraguay. As of 1 June 2013, 141 036 suspected cases have been reported, of those, 90 676 have been confirmed and 62 deaths 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.