São Paulo, Paraná and Santa Catarina have reported confirmed yellow fever infections this year – the majority (68) were in São Paulo – and people with more exposure to rural regions were more likely to become infected. Outbreaks on yellow fever among non-human primates (epizootics) were more common in southern regions, in particular Paraná, but also São Paulo, Rio de Janeiro, Pará and Santa Catarina. Read more
Advice for travellers
Yellow fever virus is a mosquito-borne disease found in tropical and subtropical areas in Central/South America and Africa. While it can be severe, yellow fever infection is a very rare in Australian travellers. However, under the International Health Regulations (IHR), proof of vaccination may be required of any traveller entering or leaving an area at risk of yellow fever transmission. Read more about yellow fever.
Before you travel, call Travelvax Australia’s telephone advisory service on 1300 360 164 (toll-free from landlines) for country-specific advice and information. You can also make an appointment at your nearest Travelvax clinic to obtain vaccinations, medication to prevent or treat illness, and accessories for your journey.