Saudi Arabia has reported four more MERS-CoV cases to the WHO, their symptoms began in late 2023, 2 cases have since died. The cases are from 3 different regions: Riyadh, Eastern, and Qassim. Read more
Advice for travellers
Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) is a rare but severe respiratory illness that originated in Middle Eastern countries. It is spread through close contact with camels, camel products, or an infected person. Read more
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.