Doctors at the capital’s infectious diseases hospital have confirmed cholera in two residents of Bagbazaar in Kathmandu, and two more in Sanepa and Kapan in the Valley, leading to fears of a larger outbreak emerging. The onset of diarrhoeal illnesses comes at a time of wet weather and interruptions to household waste collection which have both contributed to the contamination of water supplies. Read more
Advice for travellers
Cholera is usually spread in contaminated water. For most short-stay travellers, the risk of infection is low. Australians travelling to regions where a cholera outbreak is occurring should adhere to strict personal hygiene guidelines 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.