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Dengue Fever in Bolivia (Update)

13 March 2014

As of 5 March 2014, 2161 suspected cases of dengue virus infection have been recorded in Santa Cruz department, eastern Bolivia. Of those, 396 have been confirmed as dengue.

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.