The humanitarian crisis is into its fourth year and cholera continues to be a major public health issue after recent floods. According to OCHA, there have already 460,000 cholera cases this year with almost half of those in children. More than 700 deaths have resulted; the governates reporting high case numbers are Amanat Al Asimah, Sana’a, Al Hudaydah, Hajjah, Ibb, and Dhamar. 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.