Current National Environment Authority (NEA) information on dengue fever clusters indicates 25 active locales (five are high-risk) in widespread districts of the island-nation. Recent data from the NEA shows a slight increase in the weekly reporting of dengue infections. In other news, Singapore was one of three countries in the region to report a rise in influenza-like illness activity in the latest WHO global flu report; the others were the Philippines and Laos. Elsewhere, flu rates are rising in Europe, Mexico, Canada and some SE and NE US states. Read more
Advice for travellers
Seasonal flu is the most common vaccine-preventable travel-related illness because it is a potential risk during every stage of the journey. Whether you are travelling within Australia or overseas, Travelvax recommends vaccination, when available, for all travellers over 6 months of age. Read more about influenza.
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.