The first of many reports of cases of acute watery diarrhoea and cholera started in April, stemming from the shores of Lake Tanganyika in Zambia’s north. The latest WHO update notes that five new cases are still being treated each day, however this does represent a decreasing trend in case numbers. 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.