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Dengue in the United States (Hawaii)

10 November 2015

Cases of dengue fever have been reported from Big Island in the US state of Hawaii. A total of 19 confirmed cases have been recorded and of those, 15 are locally acquired infections.

Advice for Travellers

Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, is recommended. Bite avoidance measures include: covering up with clothing, the use of insect repellent and bed nets impregnated with insecticide. Reduction of mosquito breeding sites around hotel rooms/homes is advised for longer term stays.