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Dengue Fever in Honduras

23 April 2014

As of 16 April 2014, 2490 cases of dengue fever and 50 cases of dengue haemorrhagic fever have been recorded in Honduras. The areas worst affected include: the San Pedro Sula municipality of Cortes Department, El Paraiso and Yoro Departments.

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.