Cholera has been reported in another province – Nampula - with most cases in the area of Nacala Porto, a large deep-water port that services Malawi by rail. Since the end of last year, eight provinces have recorded more than 24,000 cholera infections – Nampula is the ninth affected in the country’s worst outbreak in more than a decade. In related news, the IFRC published an update on the outbreak in Malawi this week, noting that, generally, ‘the outbreak is increasing over time in terms of magnitude and geographical spread’. 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.