According to Malawi's Ministry of Health, more than 90 cases of cholera a week are occurring primarily in the southern districts of Chikwawa and Nsjane which border Mozambique. More than 420 cases, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since mid-February 2015;...
According to local public health and press sources, 1 presumably dog-related human case of rabies was reported in Corumbá Municipality, Mato Grosso do Sul State, on April 13, 2015, and is the first human rabies case reported in the state in 20 years. An epidemic of...
According to Peru's Ministry of Health, Tumbes and Piura regions are currently reporting more than 190 and 260 cases per week, respectively, of dengue fever. More than 1,630 and 1,570 cases, respectively, a significant increase over average incidence, have been reported since January 1, 2015. Travelers...
Kenya's Ministry of Health has reported more than 800 cases of cholera, a significant increase over the average incidence, primarily in Homa Bay, Migori, and Nairobi counties since late January 2015; the outbreak has peaked. Cholera vaccine is available. Strict hygiene and food and beverage precautions are...
Around 59,000 people die every year from rabies transmitted by dogs, with the poorer regions of the world worst affected, says a report by the Global Alliance for Rabies Control. The report authors said more should be done to vaccinate dogs, particularly in low-income countries. Vaccines for...
Colombia - Use mosquito repellant to avoid bites As per Colombia's Ministry of Health, more than 6,900 cases of chikungunya fever a week are currently occurring, primarily in Huila, Tolima, and Valle del Cauca departments Chikungunya should be considered in any traveler presenting with fever within...
Angola – Keep MMR up to date According to WHO, more than 12,000 confirmed measles cases, a significant increase over the average incidence, have been reported since January 2014 with 31 of these cases being reported in 2015. Brazil – Use mosquito precautions at all times...
Here are some practical travel tips and advice before you leave for your next trip: 1. Pack less When it comes to clothing: less is bestTravelling with just hand-luggage should be your goal. Do you really need six pairs of heels, tea bags, and an iron? Take...
The 9-valent version of the human papillomavirus (HPV) vaccine Gardasil (Merck & Co.) is now available in Canada. This new vaccine offers protection against five more types of HPV than the older Gardasil vaccine, and "has the potential to help prevent 90% of cervical cancers...
Our company provides pre-travel assessment, vaccination / immunizations, prescriptions for malaria, antibiotics, high altitude, recommendations in disease prevention and information on how to stay healthy while travelling. Atlas Immunization Services, Inc. teams up with your company to provide pre-travel health counseling and immunizations for your international...
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