Following damage to water infrastructure and health facilities caused by Cyclone Idai, response measures planned by aid agencies will tackle the anticipated rise in cases of acute watery diarrhoea, cholera, typhoid and malaria infections across the affected central regions, but centred on the port city of Beira in Sofala province. Authorities in Zimbabwe and Malawi, which were also severely impacted by the cyclone, are also on alert for the emergence of these same flood-related issues. The CDC has issued a level 3 alert – avoid non-essential travel – to the three affected countries while DFAT’s smartraveller also has current warnings for the region.
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.