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Dengue Fever in French Polynesia (Update)

16 January 2014

Dengue fever infections are increasing in French Polynesia. To date, a total of 15 000 suspected cases have been recorded since the beginning of 2013. Of those cases, 1484 have been confirmed as dengue virus infection.

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.