Of the 50 tick-borne rickettsial infections reported in the northern state of Chihuahua this year, 27 were from the capital and another 16 in Cuidad Juárez, on the border with Texas at El Paso. So far 17 deaths have been caused by spotted fever with highest rates in the 25-44 years age group. More on tick-borne rickettsial infections in Mexico and globally. Read more
Advice for travellers
More on spotted fever and other rickettsial infections from the US CDC.
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.