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Dengue Fever in Australia (Cairns)

19 January 2015

A small number of dengue fever cases has been reported in Edminton in the suburbs of southern Cairns. One case of dengue fever has recently been identified in the Trinity Beach area in northern Cairns. Cases were first reported around two weeks ago and a total of 8 have been recorded thus far in the season.

(Via ABC News - accessed 19/01/15)

Advice for Travellers

Cairns is a popular destination for UK travellers; they should be made aware of the risk of dengue fever and advised on bite avoidance measures.