Nine departments have reported confirmed cholera cases since the outbreak first began in October (Artibonite, Centre, Grand-Anse, Nippes, Nord, Nord-Ouest, Ouest, Sud and Sud-Est). The total of suspected infections now exceeds 23,000 with 464 deaths, although the Jan 4 PAHO Epidemiological Update said that infection numbers are under-reported due to the worsening humanitarian crisis and insecurity. Read more
Advice for travellers
While the risk of infection with cholera is low for short-stay travellers, Australians travelling to regions where an outbreak is occurring should adhere to strict personal hygiene and choose food and beverages with care. Read more about cholera.
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.