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Dengue Fever in Peru

21 April 2015

As of 21 March 2015, a total of 2723 confirmed and 1128 probable cases of dengue fever have been recorded nationally in Peru. The worst affected regions include: Tumbes 1116 cases; Loreto 1031; Piura 1023; Ucayali 385; Junin 346; San Martin 317; Lambayeque 221 and Madre di Dios 165 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.