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Dengue Fever in Thailand (Update)

22 January 2016

Thailand’s Public Health Ministry reported that in the past week the number of reported dengue fever cases in Thailand rose from 583 in 53 provinces to 2380 in 67 provinces. They expect dengue cases to rise by over 16 percent this year to 166 000 – up from 142 925 during 2015. Of those, 141 cases proved fatal.

(Via Thai Visa News - accessed 22/01/16)

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.