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Dengue Fever in Sri Lanka (Update)

04 June 2014

Nationally in Sri Lanka, a total of 10 923 cases of dengue fever have been recorded; a Red alert has been issued. The worst affected areas include: Colombo, Kalutara and Gampaha districts in Western Province.

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.