Equatorial Guinea
Marburg virus: In mid-February, the authorities confirmed the first outbreak in the country, and cases have now occurred in the provinces of Kié-Ntem, Litoral and Center Sur. 14 infections have been confirmed since the beginning of January, 10 of those affected have died. 20 other deaths were classified as suspected cases. The greatest risk of infection is contact with body fluids (blood, urine, stool) when caring for patients. Fruit bats are a reservoir of the virus. Transmission occurs through direct contact with infected animals, but infections after visiting so-called bat caves have also been described. The risk of infection for (tourist) travellers is low. The land borders between Equatorial Guinea and Gabon and Cameroon are currently closed.
last updated: 04.04.2023
Argentina
Dengue: Since the beginning of this year, around 8,500 infections have already been confirmed, and 2 people have died. 750 people fell ill last year. Pay attention to protection against diurnal mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 06.04.2023
Bangladesh
Nipah virus: 14 cases including 11 deaths have been reported since January. The number of cases is the highest since 2016. Transmission to humans occurs through the consumption of raw date juice contaminated with bat saliva or urine. Most cases occur during the harvest period between December and April. The disease shows flu-like symptoms with high fever and muscle pain and a general feeling of illness. Observe food hygiene.
last updated:14.03.2023
Bolivia
Dengue: Approximately 17,370 cases and 50 deaths have been confirmed since the beginning of this year. The department of Santa Cruz (O) is particularly affected. Approximately 14,660 suspected cases were reported last year. 9 people have died. Around 8,950 cases were registered in 2021. 2 people have died. Pay attention to protection against diurnal mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 06.04.2023
Ecuador
Dengue: Approximately 3,580 suspected cases have been reported since the beginning of this year, 2 people have died. Due to seasonal rainfall, the coastal region is particularly affected. In 2022, 16,020 cases were confirmed. 13 people have died. In 2021, around 20,319 infections and 19 deaths were registered. Pay attention to protection against the predominantly diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 06.04.2023
Haiti
Intestinal infections: risk of diarrheal diseases nationwide. The island of Hispaniola with Haiti and the Dominican Republic is one of the travel destinations with the highest incidence of gastrointestinal infections. For the first time since February 2019, cholera infections were confirmed again at the beginning of October 2022. Since then, around 595 people have died. There were approximately 37,600 suspected cases. The greater Port-au-Prince area is particularly affected. During the major outbreak between 2010 and early 2019, around 850,000 people fell ill and around 9,790 people died. Observe food and drinking water hygiene. If necessary, consider vaccination.
last updated: 28.03.2023
Cambodia
Dengue: With around 600 infections within the first 5 weeks of the year, the number of cases has more than doubled compared to the same period last year. About 12,600 people fell ill last year. 19 deaths were registered. About 1,500 cases were reported in 2021. 4 people have died. In 2019, the number of cases was above average, with around 66,500 suspected cases being registered. According to press reports, there were 30 deaths. The disease occurs regularly in the country and occurs more frequently in the rainy season between May and October. Pay attention to protection against the predominantly diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 03.03.2023
Colombia
Dengue: Since the beginning of the year, around 19,020 suspected cases and 2 deaths have been registered, around twice as many as in the same period last year. Last year, around 69,500 suspected cases were recorded and around 47,370 infections were confirmed. 48 people have died. In 2021, around 53,335 suspected cases were registered, 43 people died. Pay attention to protection against the predominantly diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 28.03.2023
Laos
Dengue: The disease occurs nationwide. Within the first 7 weeks of the year, around 360 infections were registered, compared to only around 25 in the same period last year. Last year, more than 32,350 cases and 28 deaths were registered. About half of the cases come from the capital Vientiane, and the provinces of Saravan, Attapeu and Luang Namtha are also particularly affected. A total of around 1,330 infections were registered in 2021. At least 7,970 cases and 13 deaths were reported in 2020. Pay attention to protection against the predominantly diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 04.04.2023
Lebanon
Cholera: The first infection since 1993 was confirmed in early October 2022, affecting a person who had fled Syria. Since then, around 7,320 infections have been reported and 23 people have died. The northwest of the country is particularly affected. Observe food and drinking water hygiene, consider vaccination if necessary.
last updated: 11.04.2023
Malawi
Intestinal infections: risk of diarrheal diseases nationwide, especially during the summer rainy season (October-March) with local outbreaks of cholera. Across the country, around 56,090 people have fallen ill since March last year, and around 1,710 deaths have been registered. It is the worst outbreak in Malawi to date. The regions around Lake Malawi are particularly affected. Observe hygiene and vaccination protection.
last updated: 04.04,2023
Mexico
Dengue: More than 7,220 cases and one death have been reported since the beginning of the year. That is about three times as many as in the same period of the previous year. The Yucatan Peninsula is again particularly affected. Approximately 59,500 suspected cases were recorded last year. 53 people have died. Compared to the previous year, confirmed infections and deaths have roughly doubled across the country. Pay attention to protection against mainly diurnal mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 17.03.2023
Panama
Malaria: According to press reports, more than 1,900 cases have already been reported this year. Most cases come from the endemic areas in the east. Around 5,700 infections were confirmed last year. A person has died. In 2021 it was only about half. Very good mosquito repellent should always be observed, taking emergency medication with you is generally advisable and, depending on the outbreak situation and travel route, chemoprophylaxis should also be discussed.
last updated: 21.03.2023
Paraguay
Chikungunya: Approximately 103,710 suspected cases have been reported since the beginning of this year. 60 people have died. The number of cases has been increasing significantly since around October last year. The capital Asunción and the Central Department continue to be particularly affected. A total of around 2,400 suspected cases were recorded in 2022. According to press reports, a 73-year-old woman has died. Use mosquito repellent.
last updated: 06.04.2023
Peru
Dengue: Approximately 22,845 cases and 26 deaths have been reported since the beginning of the year. That is about twice as many as in the same period of the previous year. About 53,740 infections were confirmed last year. 84 people have died. Authorities issued a nationwide public health alert in April 2022. Pay attention to protection against diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 28.03.2023
Philippines
Dengue: More than 17,130 infections and 55 deaths have been reported since the beginning of the year. Last year, around 224,500 cases and around 730 deaths were registered nationwide. That was about twice as many as in the same period last year. Pay attention to protection against mainly diurnal mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 04.04.2023
South Africa
Measles: In the past year, the number of cases has increased nationwide. About 910 laboratory-confirmed infections have been reported since the beginning of October, with Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Gauteng and Free State provinces being particularly hard hit. Before a stay abroad, the standard vaccination protection should always be checked and, if necessary, supplemented.
last updated: 06.04.2023
South Africa
Rabies: Two cases have already been confirmed this year. A 2-year-old boy died in Limpopo province in March and a 5-year-old boy died in KwaZulu-Natal province at the end of February. Last year, 13 confirmed infections and 6 suspected cases were reported across the country. The provinces of Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal are particularly affected. A sharp increase in rabid dogs has been observed nationwide since last year. The most common source of infection is dog bites. If you come into contact with this, consult a doctor immediately, preventive vaccination is recommended in the case of a foreseeable risk and a longer stay.
last updated: 04.04.2023
South Africa – Center
Measles: In the past year, the number of cases has increased nationwide. About 910 laboratory-confirmed infections have been reported since the beginning of October, with Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Gauteng and Free State provinces being particularly hard hit. Before a stay abroad, the standard vaccination protection should always be checked and, if necessary, supplemented.
last updated: 06.04.2023
South Africa – Northeast
Measles: In the past year, the number of cases has increased nationwide. About 910 laboratory-confirmed infections have been reported since the beginning of October, with Limpopo, Mpumalanga, North West, Gauteng and Free State provinces being particularly hard hit. Before a stay abroad, the standard vaccination protection should always be checked and, if necessary, supplemented.
last updated: 06.04.2023
South Africa – Northeast
Rabies: Two cases have already been confirmed this year. A 2-year-old boy died in Limpopo province in March and a 5-year-old boy died in KwaZulu-Natal province at the end of February. Last year, 13 confirmed infections and 6 suspected cases were reported across the country. The provinces of Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal are particularly affected. A sharp increase in rabid dogs has been observed nationwide since last year. The most common source of infection is dog bites. If you come into contact with this, consult a doctor immediately, preventive vaccination is recommended in the case of a foreseeable risk and a longer stay.
last updated: 04.04.2023
South Africa – South
Rabies: Two cases have already been confirmed this year. A 2-year-old boy died in Limpopo province in March and a 5-year-old boy died in KwaZulu-Natal province at the end of February. Last year, 13 confirmed infections and 6 suspected cases were reported across the country. The provinces of Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal are particularly affected. A sharp increase in rabid dogs has been observed nationwide since last year. The most common source of infection is dog bites. If you come into contact with this, consult a doctor immediately, preventive vaccination is recommended in the case of a foreseeable risk and a longer stay.
last updated: 04.04.2023
South Africa – East
Rabies: Two cases have already been confirmed this year. A 2-year-old boy died in Limpopo province in March and a 5-year-old boy died in KwaZulu-Natal province at the end of February. Last year, 13 confirmed infections and 6 suspected cases were reported across the country. The provinces of Eastern Cape, Limpopo and KwaZulu-Natal are particularly affected. A sharp increase in rabid dogs has been observed nationwide since last year. The most common source of infection is dog bites. If you come into contact with this, consult a doctor immediately, preventive vaccination is recommended in the case of a foreseeable risk and a longer stay.
last updated: 04.04.2023
Thailand
Dengue: More than 3,850 infections and one death have been reported since January. The capital Bangkok and the region of central Thailand are particularly affected. Pay attention to protection against diurnal mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 07.03.2023
Thailand
Smog: Air pollution has been very high in the north of the country, in the tourist hotspot Chiang Mai and in the capital Bangkok since March 2023. Due to the burning of harvest residues on the fields, the pollution, especially due to fine dust, regularly increases at this time of the year. Young children, the elderly and those with chronic respiratory diseases are particularly at risk. They are recommended to stay indoors during peak loads, to avoid physical exertion, and to wear breathing masks if necessary. Travelers should pay close attention to local media coverage.
last updated: 06.04.2023
Vanuatu
Leptospirosis: 40 infections and 5 deaths have been confirmed since the beginning of the year. As a result of two cyclones that hit the country within a week, the number of cases rose again in March. The islands of Espiritu Santo and Efate are particularly affected. Leptospira enter the environment via the urine of infected mammals (rats, dogs). Transmission to humans occurs through direct or indirect contact with the urine via small skin injuries or mucous membranes. In a humid environment (water, mud), the leptospira can survive in the environment for a long time. Corresponding contacts are to be avoided.
last updated: 28.03.2023
Venezuela
Dengue: With around 2,445 cases since the beginning of the year, the number of cases has roughly tripled compared to the previous year. About 11,410 cases were reported last year. 18 people have died. In 2021, around 5,930 suspected cases were registered, and there were 8 deaths. Pay attention to protection against diurnal vector mosquitoes. A vaccine has been available since February 2023.
last updated: 28.03.2023
Vietnam
Rabies: In March, a 23-year-old woman died in the province of Lào Cai (N). She had been bitten by the family dog about 18 months earlier and the animal passed away 3 days after the incident. Last year, 40 deaths were confirmed by the end of August. In the event of suspicious animal contact, a doctor must be consulted immediately. A preventive vaccination is strongly recommended, especially in the case of a foreseeable risk and for longer stays. Consultation with a doctor experienced in travel medicine should be given in good time before the trip.
last updated: 21.03.2023
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