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Dengue Fever in Vanuatu

28 January 2014

An outbreak of dengue fever has been reported from Vanautu. Currently around 30 suspected cases are being recorded daily. Cases are said to be increasing and around 25 have been confirmed as 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.