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Dengue Fever on Easter Island (Chile)

16 March 2015

A case of locally acquired dengue fever has been reported on Easter Island. The case is a 51-year-old woman with no history of travel. The last case of dengue fever on the island was reported in 2011; the Ministry of Health is monitoring the situation.

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.