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Yellow Fever in Mauritania (Ex Angola)

29 March 2016

The media has reported on a fatal case of yellow fever in Mauritania. The case had been working in Angola where a large outbreak of yellow fever is ongoing and recently returned home where he was admitted to hospital.

Advice for Travellers

There is a risk of yellow fever and vaccination is advised for travellers (unless contraindicated). Travellers should also take steps to avoid mosquito bites.