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Dengue Fever in Colombia

23 April 2014

As of 15 April 2014, a total of 964 cases of dengue fever have been reported. The worst affected areas include the Departments of: Cundinamarca (256 cases), Tolima (217) and Huila (96 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.