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Zika virus (ZIKV) infection was first confirmed in Colombia on 15 October 2015, and case have continued to be reported. As of week ending 06 February 2016, a total of 31 555 suspected cases of ZIKV have been recorded, of those, 1504 have been laboratory-confirmed as ZIKV and 25 950 have been confirmed clinically.
A total of 5013 suspected cases were pregnant while infected.
(Via National Institute of Health, Epidemiological Bulletin No 5 (in Spanish) - accessed 15/02/16)
Avoidance of mosquito bites, particularly during daylight hours, is recommended for all travellers. Due to the possible link between Zika virus infection and birth defects, pregnant women, or those planning pregnancy are strongly urged to seek pre-travel advice from their health care provider. They should be helped to understand the risks and to make an informed decision on whether to change their travel plans. If the decision is made to travel, strict measures to avoid mosquito bites both during daytime and nightime hours should be followed.
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.
