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Malaria in Venezuela ex Colombia

25 August 2011

The Regional Health Ministry have confirmed 139 cases of malaria in the state of Zulia from an outbreak of (malaria) which originated in the Colombian Guajira region. Of these 139 cases only one occurred locally and the remainder were infected while visiting Colombia.

Advice for Travellers

The northwest corner of Venezuela is variable risk area for malaria and prophylaxis is usually advised. Good bite avoidance measures such as clothing, repellent and bed nets are essential as is the prompt reporting of any fevers.