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The World Health Organisation (WHO) reported on 10 February 2018 that probable diphtheria cases in Yemen have reached a total of 1032 (including 64 deaths). The most affected governorates are Ibb (407) and Al Hudaydah (133). Case Fatality Ratio (CFR) is 6.1%. Children under the age of 5 years represent 30% of probable cases and 47% of deaths.
Ensure British Vaccination Schedule complete for all travellers including booster doses in teenagers.
Travellers should be aware of:
Vaccination should be considered under the following circumstances and is dependent on the individual risk assessment:
For further information see Diphtheria.