From a WHO African region report quoting malaria data for the year to Aug 4: ‘week 1 (week ending 5 January 2019) to week 29 of 2019, a cumulative total of 5,738,661 cases and 1,801 deaths (CFR 0.03%) have been reported’. Starting in early December last year, the epidemic’s peak was reached in the first week of May across 46 districts. Cholera outbreaks have more recently been reported in the provinces of Bujumbura Mairie (Bujumbura-South health district) and Cibitoke (Cibitoke health district).
Advice for travellers
Central Africa presents a significant malaria risk. Travellers can discuss their itinerary and the need for anti-malaria medication with a trained travel health professional at their nearest Travelvax clinic. For details call 1300 360 164. Read more about malaria.
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.