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Dengue Fever in Bolivia

04 February 2014

As of 27 January 2014, 239 confirmed cases of dengue fever have been recorded so far this year in Bolivia. The worst affected department is Santa Cruz with 1600 suspected cases and 137 confirmed dengue fever cases.

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.