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Media sources report that, as of 5 July 2023, the number of reported dengue cases reported in Sri Lanka in 2023 has passed 50,000. Ministry of Health reported that 50,254 cases had been reported country wide; an increase of over 13,000 cases from 9 June when 37,073 cases had been reported.
To compare, in 2022, over 66,000 cases of Dengue were reported overall in Sri Lanka; with 28,396 of those reported by July last year.
Dengue is an infection found in tropical and sub-tropical climates worldwide. It is spread by Aedes mosquito bites and can cause a severe flu-like illness.
All travellers to endemic regions are potentially at risk of dengue fever and should be aware of this infection.
Aedes mosquitoes are particularly persistent and aggressive. They bite between dawn and dusk.
Travellers developing a fever during or on return from travel are advised to seek medical attention as soon as possible.
A new dengue vaccine Qdenga® has been licensed in the UK but is not yet available for use. Treatment for dengue is supportive only.
For further information see TRAVAX dengue fever page.
